Chef Ricky started as a young and successful entrepreneur. During the tragic events of 9/11/2001, he experienced a profound awakening within himself. This heartfelt moment prompted him to let go of his previous life and embrace a deep transformation he felt was necessary. He dedicated seven years to studying spirituality, and by 2008, he fully understood the calling he had felt, taking an irreversible vow to facilitate even greater personal growth. Throughout this path, he put himself through numerous trials and tests, all driven by a sincere desire to understand what was happening to him. In 2010, motivated by his spiritual calling, he courageously wrote his first book, "Happiness Doesn't Come by Waiting, The Greatest Strength of Life is Nothing," under the pen name Thomas B. Phan. Through this heartfelt spiritual journey, Ricky came to understand the root causes of obesity and observed how many in today's world lack proper nutrition. Deeply moved by this understanding, he became a chef and committed himself to ensuring that fresh, sustainable food is accessible to everyone. After 25 years of dedicated spiritual training, he now feels called to serve others more directly—sharing his knowledge of nutrition and his compassionate spiritual insights so that everyone can live a meaningful, fulfilled life