Hospitality
Passion Fruit Prime Announces Heritage Dinner Series
A six-course culinary journey celebrating Caribbean and Liberian culinary traditions, launching this fall.
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Clarke’s Company
Building Brands. Creating Experiences. Strengthening Communities.
Clarke’s Company brings together a portfolio of businesses and initiatives connected by entrepreneurship, innovation, exceptional experiences, and meaningful impact.
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Our Purpose
Business With Purpose. Impact By Design.
Clarke’s Company develops and supports ventures across hospitality, events, education, business development, and experiential concepts. While each brand has its own identity and purpose, they are connected by a commitment to excellence, innovation, opportunity, and meaningful impact.
Through strategic partnerships, workforce development, educational programming, and community-focused initiatives, we believe successful businesses can create value that extends beyond the companies themselves.
About Clarke’s CompanyMeet the Founder
Dr. Beatrice Salandy
Founder & CEO, Clarke’s Company
Dr. Beatrice Salandy is an entrepreneur, educator, hospitality professional, and culinary leader whose work spans hospitality, events, education, workforce development, and community-centered initiatives. As Founder & CEO of Clarke’s Company, she leads a growing portfolio of brands built around a shared purpose: creating exceptional experiences, developing people, and building opportunities with lasting impact.
Entrepreneur
Educator
Hospitality Leader
Community Builder
Founders' Vision
"We don't just build businesses — we build ecosystems that lift entire communities."
Clarke's Company was founded on a singular belief: that premium quality and community empowerment are not opposing forces — they are the same force. From hospitality and events to workforce education, faith-based outreach, and economic development, every brand in our portfolio serves one vision.
Our Portfolio
The Clarke’s Company Portfolio
Commercial ventures and community initiatives — each with its own identity, all connected by a shared commitment to excellence and impact.
Hospitality & Experiences
Education & Development
Community & Impact
Our Experience
Experience That Builds Credibility
Clarke’s Company is built on years of experience across hospitality, culinary arts, event production, education, business development, and community engagement. Our leadership has worked across restaurants, major entertainment venues, educational programs, corporate and private events, and community initiatives.
Hospitality & Culinary Arts
Restaurant operations, fine dining, catering, and culinary leadership across multiple concepts and markets.
Event Production
Corporate, private, and entertainment events — from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions across New York and Virginia.
Education & Workforce Development
Hands-on programming in STEAM, culinary arts, media, and creative skills for youth, adults, and educators.
Business Development
Consulting, strategy, supplier diversity, and entrepreneurial support for emerging and established businesses.
Community Engagement
Nonprofit leadership, scholarship programs, women’s empowerment, and faith-based outreach across NYC and Richmond, VA.
Venue & Space Management
Multi-use event and community spaces in Richmond, VA, including the Ritchie Pavilion and Atsumeru Community Hub.
Spotlight
Three Brands. Three Pillars.
A closer look at the commercial ventures and community initiatives at the heart of Clarke’s Company.
Hospitality & ExperiencesSomething Prime Is Coming
Passion Fruit Prime
A New Standard of Afro-Caribbean Luxury
Richmond's new expression of Afro-Caribbean luxury dining — where Liberian heritage, Caribbean soul, and steakhouse excellence converge. Passion Fruit Prime brings together Liberian heritage, African and West African influences, Trinidad and Tobago traditions, Caribbean cuisine, contemporary Caribbean fusion, and classic steakhouse technique in a distinctly Prime experience. Coming 2026 to 111 Virginia Street, Unit 100, Richmond, Virginia.
Education & Development
Craft Keepers Inc.
Education & Development
Craft Keepers Inc. builds futures through hands-on educational programming — STEAM, culinary arts, media, and creative learning experiences for youth, adults, and educators. We equip students and professionals with the skills and credentials to build meaningful careers.
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Education & Development
Black Biz Coalition
Education & Development
A network designed to connect, strengthen, and create opportunities for Black-owned businesses — through summits, a 90-day incubator, supplier diversity programs, and corporate partnerships.
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Community & Impact
New York Belles Inc.
New York Belles Inc. is an independent nonprofit organization focused on women’s empowerment, leadership development, and community programming across New York and Richmond, VA.
Clarke’s Company is proud to support their mission through shared leadership, resources, and community partnerships.
Discover Our ImpactScholarships & Educational Support
Food Security Programs
Youth Leadership Development
Family Support Services
Community Wellness Initiatives
Partnership Opportunities
Grow With Us
University Partners
Academic institutions that co-create curriculum, provide credentials, and open pathways from our programs to higher education. Building bridges between community training and university excellence.
Become a University PartnerCorporate Sponsors
Align your brand with a mission-driven ecosystem. Sponsor programs, co-create initiatives, and connect with a diverse community of entrepreneurs, students, and leaders.
Become a Corporate SponsorCommunity Organizations
Join a network of organizations committed to community empowerment. Share resources, co-host events, and amplify your impact through collaboration and shared mission.
Join the CoalitionGovernment Agencies
Partner with Clarke's Corporation to deliver workforce development, community programs, and economic empowerment initiatives that align with public sector goals and community investment.
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Education
Craft Keepers Inc Partners with Various Universities
New culinary management partnership creates pathways from community training to university credentials.
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Black Biz Coalition Launches Annual Business Summit
The inaugural summit brings together 200+ entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate partners for a day of connection and growth.
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Let's Build Together
Whether you’re a potential partner, investor, landlord, media contact, or community member — we’d love to connect. Reach out to the right team directly.
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