HEY Y’ALL!

“Joyful pint-sized ‘tour de force’ best describes Jayda Atkinson. Hailing from New Orleans, she embodies a life rich with abundance, hospitality, purpose, love, joy, and the relentless pursuit of happiness. Her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a visionary in the food, entertainment, and community service sectors is a testament to her resilience and commitment to creating HeartFul experiences.” – Kiara Akita

Jayda Atkinson is a former Touring Chef turned Tour Manager who has spent over a decade working with some of the most amazing artists and krewes. When she’s not on the road, she devotes her time to family, mentoring high school students, and reading her first children’s book, Red Beans and Rice for Dinner, to elementary students.

In addition to her passion for mentorship and literacy, Jayda remains deeply connected to the culinary world, which she credits for opening doors that have allowed her to serve and travel around the world. As a brand ambassador, she collaborates with culinary brands, offering engaging and thoughtful content that highlights the art of gastronomy. She also provides food & beverage brand consulting and recipe development to brands of all sizes.

To stay active in the community, she second-lines through the streets of New Orleans with The Lady & Men Rollers Social & Pleasure Club, founded by Linda Green, also known as The Yakamein Lady. She also dances in Glamorous Pink with the Nola Lolas, an adult female Mardi Gras dancing group that she co-founded with her friend Kourtenay Roberts.

Through the realms of entertainment, culinary arts, and community service, Jayda seamlessly blends her passions, creating joyful encounters that embody professionalism, compassion, and vision. Committed to making a positive impact in the world, Jayda Atkinson sees every encounter as an opportunity to embody the goodness she wishes to receive. Her legacy of love continues to inspire and elevate those around her.