Dustin Robert Smith

Dustin Robert Smith is an accomplished entrepreneur and business professional with a diverse background in the food industry, real estate, and personal development. As the founder of EateryDigital.com since December 2017, Dustin aids food industry executives and school food professionals in reaching their goals. In addition, Dustin serves as a Micro Business Development Counselor at NEKCA, providing business coaching and personal development. As a partner at Lion's Paw Coffee Co. established in June 2023, Dustin supports a premium coffee brand dedicated to philanthropy. Dustin's experience also includes real estate investment through Smith and Gallant LLC and event coordination for fine dining events at Michael's on the Hill Restaurant. Prior roles include Child Nutrition Consultant at the Vermont Agency of Education and founder of local businesses such as Smith Catering Co. and Morse Block Deli. Dustin holds an Associate in Occupational Studies in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America, a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from Castleton University, and has completed a Master Gardener program at the University of Vermont.