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Ani Kevork's path from Canada to Hollywood was anything but linear. What began as a commerce degree evolved into a global journey — from teaching abroad to working her way up through production, learning the craft from the ground up. That foundation, combined with a willingness to pivot and take risks, ultimately led her to senior leadership.
In a world that often feels rushed and divided, Dom’s Taverna in Santa Barbara offers something quietly radical: warmth, generosity, and genuine connection. Under Raj Nallapothola’s thoughtful leadership, Dom’s has become more than a restaurant — it’s a neighborhood living room, where meals turn into memories and strangers become friends.
Raj’s journey from medical technology to hospitality was guided by a deeper calling to be of service — shaped by childhood meals, global travel, and a belief that feeding people is one of the most human acts there is. A proud Canadian entrepreneur, he brings with him values many of us recognize: humility, collaboration, and leading by listening.
