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BEHIND THE BAR: Bethany >

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I am from Iola, Wisconsin. I came here to work with a church summer camp for kids, and after that, I decided to move here permanently.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
1 year

Biggest Passions?
First and foremost, my baby girl… She is only 5 months, but I can not imagine what life was before her. I am truly blessed to

 
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Politics Acai’d: Protein Bar Expands to Washington, DC! >


PROTEIN BAR
is thrilled to announce our expansion to Washington, DC! This summer we’ll show our dedication to life, liberty, and the pursuit of healthiness with 2 NEW Protein Bar locations. Our first location will open at 7th and D in DC’s Penn Quarter neighborhood, with a second later in the summer in the Ballston neighborhood of Arlington, VA.

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BEHIND THE BAR: Tianna >

April 30, 2012    0 Comments   Connection, Flavor, Healthy Living, Service, Style

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
Born & raised in Chicago

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
I’m still the newest kid on the block, or bar. About 2 months. Which seems like forever!

Biggest Passions?
Music, reading, poetry and cooking. I’m all about expression and I use each one of these to express myself. You will always catch me singing a tune, regardless where I am. Love

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Gail >

April 23, 2012    0 Comments   Connection, Healthy Living, Service, Style, Sweat

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I’m originally from Waterloo, Iowa. I went to college at University of Nebraska-Lincoln where I majored in theatre. I moved to Chicago in September of 2010 to intern with Still Point Theatre collective a theatre company that focuses on theatre and community outreach work. I still work with them as a facilitator and actor.

How long have you been with Protein

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Andy >

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I’m from Auburn, ME. I moved to Chicago to pursue a career in theater and have a bit of adventure. 

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
About 6 months

Biggest Passions?
I started cycling a few years ago, and it’s quickly taken over my life. I’m about to participate in the TPAN Ride for AIDS Chicago 200 mile bike ride for the third

 
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Kombucha Crazed! >

April 4, 2012    0 Comments   Connection, Education, Events, Flavor, Service

DO YOU KOMBUCHA?

Team Protein Bar is crazy for kombucha!

You’ve seen it on our shelves—now learn more about this miracle beverage from one of our favorite websites. Read about it’s origins, health benefits, AND how to make your own. Not that ambitious? Head to any of our locations and try one today—they pair wonderfully with our crisp salads or flavorful bar-ritos. 

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Katy >

April 2, 2012    0 Comments   Connection, Healthy Living, Service, Style, Sweat

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
Peoria, IL and escaped to Chicago for school at Columbia College, then my best friend, Kaycee (Franklin alum) told me to apply here.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
Since July 2011

Biggest Passions?
Painting, critiquing/admiring advertisements and making sure I attend 1 concert a month.

If you had to describe yourself in one word what would it be?
Quirky

A goal you have achieved

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Marie >


Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I’m a Chicagoan. Born and raised. My family however, came from the Philippines and Spain.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
Over 6 months

Biggest Passions?
I may not look like it, but FOOD. I am such a foodie. I love to cook and love to eat! I’m also a geek-nerd chick, so give me video games, comics, and shiny tech any

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Charley >


Where are you from? And how did you end up here?

It really was no miracle, what happened was just this; The wind began to switch – the house to pitch and suddenly the hinges started to unhitch….Oh, sorry, that was Dorothy. : ) Originally, I am from Gulfport, Mississippi. My parents moved me to Ohio as a kid, and I moved to Chicago in 2009 to be with the love

 
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Focus on Flavor: Menu Enhancements >

You spoke…we listened! As a company it is our goal to keep learning, improving, and pushing our food to be even healthier, more delicious, and more conducive to your active lifestyle. Today we’re excited to debut 2 changes, changes that your feedback prompted and changes that the Protein Bar team sees as another way to do healthy…healthier.

The Protein Bar experience is about choices. Whether vegan, vegetarian, low-carb, paleo, or just