Kai Carter
Event Sales Manager
Hometown: Far Rockaway, New York
Astrological Sign: Libra
Favorite Quote: “The Greatness of a Man Is Not How Much Wealth He Acquires. But In His Integrity And Ability To Affect Those Around Him” -Bob Marley
Favorite Vines Signature Cocktail: Berry Redemption or Tequila
Favorite Vines Menu Item: Vines Famous Cioppino
Life before Vines?
Moved to Orlando 10 years ago to work for the mouse where I was able to discover how I can mend my passion for hospitality with my love for the arts and performing. Spent a few years performing in the theme parks and on cruise ships to then return back to my hospitality roots at Cooper’s Hawk Winery. Which then sparked my interest in event planning moving me into a sales position at Kings Bowling Alley for 3 years before the pandemic happened.
How long have you worked at Vines?
Started in December 2020
If you had to delete all apps on your phone except one, which one would you keep?
Spotify! Music is what gets me through everything. Plus, there are tons of guided meditation and podcasts that I enjoy listening to.
What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?
I enjoy mediating, writing in my journal, spending hours inside Home Goods, traveling, and performing as a male burlesque performer with the Lady Boys of the Blue LaLa Lounge
What is the best piece of advice you have given or received?
You are in full control of your life. Radiate the energy you want returned to you.
If you can’t love yourself, how in the hell can you love someone else! Thank you RuPaul for this. Become aware of what you need for yourself. The pandemic has opened my eyes to being more aware of stopping and checking in with myself to know when I need a mental break before it’s too late.
If you could go on a dinner date with your celebrity crush (dead or alive) who would it be and where would you go?
I’m torn between Patrick Swayze and George Michael. But either way I would like them wine and dine me then go out for a night of dancing.
Who would play you in the movie of your life?
I would pull a Joan Rivers and play myself. But if I had to choose it would be a battle between Angela Bassett or Kerry Washington. They will be able to embody the sass and the right amount of side eye.
Favorite Holiday or family tradition?
Thanksgiving because it’s all-about good food, great company and waking up hungover at 10pm to a fresh turkey sandwich.
