Creative Third Thursdays

You are invited to Creative Third Thursdays on May 16! Our guest is Mark Hart, the cofounder of Rise Baking Lab.

When Mark built a brick oven, he ignited a lifelong love of baking. Now specializing in artisan bread and Viennoiserie (laminated pastry, think croissants), Mark has served as a technical baker for an organic flour mill, where he acquired in-depth knowledge of ancient and organic grains, local milling, and recipe development. He also held the position of Head Baker and Manager at an acclaimed artisan bread and pastry shop. Mark has gained an extensive social media following with over 111K followers on Instagram, plus a large following on TikTok and YouTube.

We'll dive into Mark's creative career and his latest endevour, cofounding Rise Baking Lab, where baking expertise meets passion. Rise offers specialized bakery consulting, hands-on in-person classes and versatile online courses. Mark and his partner Luis Cabral De Luna provide comprehensive guidance for bakery startups and existing businesses, covering everything from layout planning to recipe development and efficient operations. The Rise in-person classes are perfect for hands-on learning of artisan baking techniques, while the online courses offer flexibility and convenience for bakers at any level.

Programming note: We’ve moved the start time. Doors open at 5:00 with the interview at 5:30. Stop by for inspiration and conversation on your way home after work!

Watch our latest interview to get a sense of what to expect. Live video production courtesy of Studio C at Cowork Chilliwack.

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The Chilliwack Creative Commission is a committee of CEPCO and its mandate is to attract and facilitate economic growth in the emerging creative sector, including film, interactive and digital media. The Chilliwack Creative Commission can connect and facilitate the necessary resources for your creative business needs.

Cowork Chilliwack is a collaborative workspace on the north side of the freeway. Cowork Chilliwack has established a community of like-minded businesspeople including solo entrepreneurs, freelancers and small teams that call Chilliwack home.