“Grace Howell is an outstanding PopStroke Orlando team member who started working with us when we opened our doors in Orlando at our Grand Opening in June 2022. Her always positive attitude and infectious smile has helped her stand out as one of our leaders on the Front of House Team. From serving guests tableside to overseeing the execution of private events and parties, we can always count on Grace to ensure a memorable experience. Grace has championed PopStroke’s goal of proving 5-star service, implementing new processes and an in-store incentive program. Her commitment to providing over-the-top experiences and encouraging her co-workers to do the same, speaks to her passion she shares for hospitality. I genuinely believe Grace will be extremely successful in whatever career she chooses to pursue.”

“I quickly saw that, as a student, she had a passion to learn. She continually looked for ways to improve her compositions and actively, enthusiastically, and positively participated in class discussions. Her essays were always excellent, and even when writing literary analysis, she demonstrated originality and creativity.

When she learned something new, she thanked me, something that I don't often hear.

Grace also started soccer practice since she was on the Saint Leo University Women's Soccer Team. Even though the practices took a great deal of time and energy, Grace was still able to maintain the highest grade average in the class. What I saw in Grace was an outstanding, talented, hard-working student with the highest standards for herself and a love of learning. Honestly, it was an honor to be her teacher. As a college instructor of over thirty years, I can truly say that students with Grace's love of learning, high caliber of academic achievement, and dedication to the educational process are, indeed, a rarity.”

“Since opening with us in the summer of 2022, Grace has been nothing short of immaculate. Between providing guests with 5 star service, uplifting her team throughout a shift, coming up with new ideas or just in the day to day, she leads people and helps them learn with the sheer grit and work ethic that she upholds day in and day out. Grace’s personality is infectious and this is displayed by our staff and guests personal feedback. She has single-handedly created concepts to not only better herself, but also better the business. She is an indispensable tool, to whatever team she is on. The manner in which she leads and makes certain that not only the guests are taken care of but as well as her whole team and the business, will set her up for success, wherever she may go!”