
Jun 19, 2025
Behind the bar with dakota montez
From slinging drinks to shaping careers, Dakota Montez has done it all. In this episode, we dive into Dakota’s journey from being a bartender to becoming an instructor and co-owner of the Fort Collins Bartending Academy. He shares how his passion for hospitality turned into a mission to educate the next generation of bartenders, what the industry has taught him, and why he believes bartending is more than just pouring drinks. It’s a raw, motivating conversation about growth, grit, and giving back.