Chef Shane Flynn, a Richardson, TX native, discovered his passion for cooking early.
By age seven, he was already recreating family recipes and delivering school presentations
on preparing chicken pesto pasta—an early testament to his natural talent and enthusiasm for the
culinary arts.

Shane resides as the titled Chef-Partner at the Woodlands Truluck’s and continues to lead with
passion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. His leadership ensures that every guest
experiences the finest in cuisine and hospitality, while his dedication to mentorship and
community engagement further solidifies his role as an integral part of the Truluck’s family.

Dr. Tiffany S. Legendre is an Associate Professor at the Conrad N. Hilton College of
Global Hospitality Leadership at the University of Houston. Her research and teaching focus on
sustainability, branding, and research methodology. She is the author of numerous top-tier, peer-
reviewed articles published across diverse fields, including business/management, marketing,
hospitality/tourism, and entomology. Dr. Legendre collaborates closely with hospitality,
foodservice, and tourism industry practitioners to minimize environmental impacts and promote
environmental justice. She also collaborates closely with restaurateurs in Texas to enhance their
business welfare. She is a member of the Consortium for Global Sustainability (CGS), actively
contributing to various research projects addressing ESG (Environmental, Social, and
Governance) matters.