Dhana, the CEO of Chef Graze, has also emerged as an influencer, fashion model, and mompreneur, who has been redefining entrepreneurship, community well-being and ecological responsibility.
Among the innumerable success stories that the world is aware of, there are a few success stories that have stood apart, for all the right reasons, for they were built on resilience, relentless efforts, and a powerful purpose. Founders, leaders, and other professionals across sectors worldwide who have emerged as inspiring figures are those who didn’t follow the crowd; instead, they carved a unique niche by working toward the bigger picture and creating a positive influence on others’ lives through their work. Dhana Bunel serves as one such inspiring example for the world, and a change-maker in niches she has ever chosen to be a part of.
Dhana Bunel stands tall as a devoted mompreneur, a fashion model, influencer and CEO of her one-of-a-kind catering company ‘Chef Graze,’ known for creating luxurious grazing boards with the gastronomic ‘French Touch’ to help women and mothers come back to the job market, for companies and particular events. She recently also attended the Grammy Awards and also the Latin Grammys.
In a society today that is often marked by confinement, categorization, and comparisons, choosing to be fully oneself can feel like a taxing task. But, for Dhana, authenticity is not just a personal value; it is the foundation of her life’s work. Her journey is also one of resilience, passion, reinvention and most importantly, purpose.
Dhana was raised between Colombia and Argentina. Fluent in varied languages like Spanish, English and French, with Italian and Portuguese in motion, she has embodied a truly global spirit. Though she has a background in Political Science, her essence has always leaned towards entrepreneurship, creating opportunities not only for herself but also for those around her. She truly believes that she didn’t choose her path; the path chose her. Motherhood, for her, was the most transformative and challenging moment of her life. As joyful as it was to become a mother, it also came with profound loss for her. She stepped away from her professional career to care for her son, a decision many judged, and yet one she embraced with courage and love. During the pause in her career, she lost trust in herself and her confidence wavered. However, within that breakdown was the seed of something new that was awaiting her.
Instead of going back to what no longer fit, Dhana Bunel chose to rebuild and reinvent, this time aligned with who she had become. What emerged was not just a business, but also a vision. In January 2022, she went public on Instagram, sharing her fashion style, lifestyle, and emotional sensitivity with honesty. Through fashion and storytelling, she discovered a powerful truth that authenticity resonates. Women, especially mothers, saw themselves in her as they connected not just with her style but also with her vulnerability, courage, and humanity.
Chef Graze was born out of her personal transformation. It goes beyond food and becomes a response to modern challenges. Some of these challenges include mothers struggling to re-enter the workforce, communities disconnected from local producers, and an economy that prioritizes speed over sustainability. Dhana established Chef Graze to help women, especially mothers, regain financial independence while contributing to community well-being. The company partners with local organic farmers, its regional sourcing helps reduce the carbon footprint, and it actively seeks alternatives to plastic waste, including electric delivery solutions and innovative eco-materials.
She envisions Chef Graze becoming a worldwide franchise, beginning in France and expanding across Europe, and ultimately into global markets. She aims to help build local economies and long-term partnerships, and to collaborate with governments, eco-innovators, and cultural institutions. Dhana Bunel is the personality, Chef Graze is the soul, and together they represent a new economy that empowers women, mothers, families, and communities to rise together.
