Lakeland Business Guide 2019 Chamber Guide_2019 | Page 24

MARK BURTON
General Manager – Mojo Federal
you’re looking to help, in any direction.”
Burton understands the importance of
community events, both downtown and
around the city, and the role they play in
supporting the surrounding restaurants.
“We have been very impressed with the
events and activities that Lakeland does to
support the area. From food truck rallies
and parades to hosting yearly Sun ‘n Fun
at the Lakeland [Linder International]
Airport,” he says.
For Mojo Federal, 2018 was a great
year. “We were primarily focused on
opening the restaurant and establishing
ourselves within the community, getting
more involved in other events that are
important to the community downtown
and beyond,” says Burton. The team at
Mojo is already looking forward to what
2019 will bring. “There will be some
exciting changes to the menu, including
the expansion of our catering service
and an overall increase in grassroots
marketing,” he says.
Lakeland’s restaurant industry
is growing one happy hour and
weekly special at a time, and we have
Lakelanders like you to thank for it.
Now more than ever, local restaurants
are able to be more connected to the city
around them, engaging in community
events and developing ongoing catering/
event partnerships with local businesses.
The next time you and your network are
searching for a party for your palates,
visit one of the many local hot spots this
city now has to offer. Your support is
what will lead to the continued growth
of Lakeland’s restaurant industry for
years to come.
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