Co-Founder and Managing Partner

• 2020 - Present

Supply Change Capital is an early stage venture capital firm focused on technologies for a more resilient and sustainable food and agricultural supply chain <<< www.supplychange.fund >>> Supply Change Capital is an early stage venture capital firm focused on technologies for a more resilient and sustainable food and agricultural supply chain <<< www.supplychange.fund >>>

Board Member, Investor

• Jan 2023 - Present

Board Observer, Investor

• Oct 2021 - Present

Board Observer, Investor

• Feb 2022 - Present

Contributing Writer

• 2020 - Present

I cover the rapidly evolving food tech landscape. I strive to bring diverse voices and perspectives to readers from the 40 countries where I have lived, traveled, or worked across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. I bring an insider's eye to the industry, from architecting the 21st-century chocolate supply chain at Mars to building the groundbreaking fresh food company Farmer’s Fridge. I am a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Supply Change Capital, a firm investing in the changing face of food. I cover the rapidly evolving food tech landscape. I strive to bring diverse voices and perspectives to readers from the 40 countries where I have lived, traveled, or worked across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. I bring an insider's eye to the industry, from architecting the 21st-century chocolate supply chain at Mars to building the groundbreaking fresh food company Farmer’s Fridge. I am a Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Supply Change Capital, a firm investing in the changing face of food.

Lead Investor Food and AgTech Fund I, Investor Rising America Fund II

• 2021 - Present

Board Member

• Jan 2023 - Present

Cohort II

• Jun 2021 - Present

A community building the next generation of institutional VCs. A community building the next generation of institutional VCs.

Board Member, Senior Advisor to CEO, Investor

• 2020 - 2022

Doselva is an exporter of high quality spices that are grown in agroforesty systems. Doselva is an exporter of high quality spices that are grown in agroforesty systems.

Investor, former Vice Chair Board Of Directors

• 2020 - 2022

Board Member, COO, Senior Advisor to CEO

• 2017 - 2022

Born out of the MIT Media Lab, Sourcemap provides powerful technology and intuitive supply chain traceability software that answers the most complex questions about end-to-end supply chains for the largest companies in the world. Born out of the MIT Media Lab, Sourcemap provides powerful technology and intuitive supply chain traceability software that answers the most complex questions about end-to-end supply chains for the largest companies in the world.

Chief Growth Officer

• 2018 - 2020

I led revenue growth from the thousands to tens of millions of dollars from Series A through Series C, launched 6 major markets, oversaw growth from 12 to 300+ employees, established & structured every business function (Ops, Tech, HR, Sales, etc), and built a world-class team. But what I am most proud of is building a game-changing social enterprise to help Americans eat a little healthier and happier in their every day lives!

Chief Operating Officer

• 2016 - 2018

Global Lead for Sourcing/Impact (Cocoa/Chocolate)

• 2011 - 2016

• Developed and institutionalized sustainable sourcing framework and business KPIs which influence $1 billion spend for Mars globally in cocoa, set direction for Mars overall commodity procurement; • Established & led CocoaAction industry metrics working group of the top 10 global cocoa manufacturers and buyers to invest in and secure cocoa supply chain and ensure transparency to multi-year, multi-million dollar investment, influencing billions in commodity spend; • Managed… Show more • Developed and institutionalized sustainable sourcing framework and business KPIs which influence $1 billion spend for Mars globally in cocoa, set direction for Mars overall commodity procurement; • Established & led CocoaAction industry metrics working group of the top 10 global cocoa manufacturers and buyers to invest in and secure cocoa supply chain and ensure transparency to multi-year, multi-million dollar investment, influencing billions in commodity spend; • Managed cross-functional impacts team in 12 countries to secure access to cocoa, accelerate innovation, and improve farmer outcomes; • Oversaw strategy development for reaching hundreds of thousands of farmers by 2020, (from 0% in 2011 to 35% of cocoa supply chain as of 2015); • Presented to key internal stakeholders (Board, senior managements) the results of $25MM cocoa sustainability program; • Established first reporting / standards system across team of 20 global procurement, R&D, and corporate affairs staff; • Represented company in external industry and partner forums; • First sustainability professional to be awarded procurement “Hero” award. Video highlighting program management and monitoring in Cote d'Ivoire and Indonesia: https://vimeo.com/160169498/cd2789c7dc Results of CocoaAction industry working group: http://www.worldcocoafoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/CocoaAction-Annual-Report-2015-English.pdf Show less • Developed and institutionalized sustainable sourcing framework and business KPIs which influence $1 billion spend for Mars globally in cocoa, set direction for Mars overall commodity procurement; • Established & led CocoaAction industry metrics working group of the top 10 global cocoa manufacturers and buyers to invest in and secure cocoa supply chain and ensure transparency to multi-year, multi-million dollar investment, influencing billions in commodity spend; • Managed… Show more • Developed and institutionalized sustainable sourcing framework and business KPIs which influence $1 billion spend for Mars globally in cocoa, set direction for Mars overall commodity procurement; • Established & led CocoaAction industry metrics working group of the top 10 global cocoa manufacturers and buyers to invest in and secure cocoa supply chain and ensure transparency to multi-year, multi-million dollar investment, influencing billions in commodity spend; • Managed cross-functional impacts team in 12 countries to secure access to cocoa, accelerate innovation, and improve farmer outcomes; • Oversaw strategy development for reaching hundreds of thousands of farmers by 2020, (from 0% in 2011 to 35% of cocoa supply chain as of 2015); • Presented to key internal stakeholders (Board, senior managements) the results of $25MM cocoa sustainability program; • Established first reporting / standards system across team of 20 global procurement, R&D, and corporate affairs staff; • Represented company in external industry and partner forums; • First sustainability professional to be awarded procurement “Hero” award. Video highlighting program management and monitoring in Cote d'Ivoire and Indonesia: https://vimeo.com/160169498/cd2789c7dc Results of CocoaAction industry working group: http://www.worldcocoafoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/CocoaAction-Annual-Report-2015-English.pdf Show less

MBA, Certificate in Sustainability

• Aug 2009 - Jun 2011

• Founder of MIT Food and Agriculture Collaborative (http://food-ag.mit.edu/) • Created and taught MBA course on Agricultural Innovations, including field work in Brazil • Recipient of multiple merit scholarships and awards, including: Legatum Fellow for Entrepreneurship and Development 2010-2011, MIT Woman of Excellence Award 2010, Martin Trust Award for Entrepreneurship 2011 • Winner of MIT 100K Start-Up Pitch Competition (2nd Pl, Audience Choice) • Founder of MIT Food and Agriculture Collaborative (http://food-ag.mit.edu/) • Created and taught MBA course on Agricultural Innovations, including field work in Brazil • Recipient of multiple merit scholarships and awards, including: Legatum Fellow for Entrepreneurship and Development 2010-2011, MIT Woman of Excellence Award 2010, Martin Trust Award for Entrepreneurship 2011 • Winner of MIT 100K Start-Up Pitch Competition (2nd Pl, Audience Choice)

Sourcing / Supplier Development Consultancy (during MBA program)

• 2010 - 2011

Hired as MBA intern; worked during second year of MBA to provide leadership to sustainable sourcing program. Key results of this part time consultancy include: • Designed full supply chain map (StonyField.com/sourcemap) utilized to manage risk and communicate value proposition of the brand • Created company “Sustainable Sourcing Program” impact criteria, management tools, and values • Built carbon calculator to reduce cost and impact of food packaging, transportation, storage, and… Show more Hired as MBA intern; worked during second year of MBA to provide leadership to sustainable sourcing program. Key results of this part time consultancy include: • Designed full supply chain map (StonyField.com/sourcemap) utilized to manage risk and communicate value proposition of the brand • Created company “Sustainable Sourcing Program” impact criteria, management tools, and values • Built carbon calculator to reduce cost and impact of food packaging, transportation, storage, and processing • Piloted supplier scorecard to benchmark social /environmental practices and track supplier sustainability progress • Developed approach for certification and 3rd party verification programs for Fair Trade / Fair Labor standards Show less Hired as MBA intern; worked during second year of MBA to provide leadership to sustainable sourcing program. Key results of this part time consultancy include: • Designed full supply chain map (StonyField.com/sourcemap) utilized to manage risk and communicate value proposition of the brand • Created company “Sustainable Sourcing Program” impact criteria, management tools, and values • Built carbon calculator to reduce cost and impact of food packaging, transportation, storage, and… Show more Hired as MBA intern; worked during second year of MBA to provide leadership to sustainable sourcing program. Key results of this part time consultancy include: • Designed full supply chain map (StonyField.com/sourcemap) utilized to manage risk and communicate value proposition of the brand • Created company “Sustainable Sourcing Program” impact criteria, management tools, and values • Built carbon calculator to reduce cost and impact of food packaging, transportation, storage, and processing • Piloted supplier scorecard to benchmark social /environmental practices and track supplier sustainability progress • Developed approach for certification and 3rd party verification programs for Fair Trade / Fair Labor standards Show less

Fulbright Scholar

• 2008 - 2009

• Identified best practices to improve program on food security, market access, and income for Oxfam-funded NGO • Conducted primary research on farming and agronomy practices in rural Brazil, in Portuguese • Presented research outcomes in both English and Portuguese at major international research conference (LASA) • Identified best practices to improve program on food security, market access, and income for Oxfam-funded NGO • Conducted primary research on farming and agronomy practices in rural Brazil, in Portuguese • Presented research outcomes in both English and Portuguese at major international research conference (LASA)

Oxfam International Manager / Subject Area Lead (Coffee)

• 2001 - 2007

• Built and managed pioneering strategic sourcing and sustainability program, directly influencing Starbucks, Keurig Green Mountain, Intelligentsia, and Chiquita’s supply chains • Led international team to create historic IP agreement between Starbucks and the government of Ethiopia • Directed coffee trade policy advocacy efforts, culminating in US re-signing International Coffee Agreement • Persuaded major corporate and non-profit partners (e.g., Keurig Green Mountain, Catholic Relief… Show more • Built and managed pioneering strategic sourcing and sustainability program, directly influencing Starbucks, Keurig Green Mountain, Intelligentsia, and Chiquita’s supply chains • Led international team to create historic IP agreement between Starbucks and the government of Ethiopia • Directed coffee trade policy advocacy efforts, culminating in US re-signing International Coffee Agreement • Persuaded major corporate and non-profit partners (e.g., Keurig Green Mountain, Catholic Relief Services, Fair Trade USA) to invest in improving the lives of farmers in their supply chains • Established Oxfam’s private sector engagement effort - framework and rules of engagement • Served as campaign spokesperson on NPR and other leading news outlets • Millions of industry trade dollars re-directed towards sustainable sourcing efforts (Fair Trade Certification, direct trade) Show less • Built and managed pioneering strategic sourcing and sustainability program, directly influencing Starbucks, Keurig Green Mountain, Intelligentsia, and Chiquita’s supply chains • Led international team to create historic IP agreement between Starbucks and the government of Ethiopia • Directed coffee trade policy advocacy efforts, culminating in US re-signing International Coffee Agreement • Persuaded major corporate and non-profit partners (e.g., Keurig Green Mountain, Catholic Relief… Show more • Built and managed pioneering strategic sourcing and sustainability program, directly influencing Starbucks, Keurig Green Mountain, Intelligentsia, and Chiquita’s supply chains • Led international team to create historic IP agreement between Starbucks and the government of Ethiopia • Directed coffee trade policy advocacy efforts, culminating in US re-signing International Coffee Agreement • Persuaded major corporate and non-profit partners (e.g., Keurig Green Mountain, Catholic Relief Services, Fair Trade USA) to invest in improving the lives of farmers in their supply chains • Established Oxfam’s private sector engagement effort - framework and rules of engagement • Served as campaign spokesperson on NPR and other leading news outlets • Millions of industry trade dollars re-directed towards sustainable sourcing efforts (Fair Trade Certification, direct trade) Show less

Mexico Program Leader

• Jun 2005 - Aug 2005

Served as leader for dynamic summer service-learning program for US high school students in Querétaro, Mexico. Served as leader for dynamic summer service-learning program for US high school students in Querétaro, Mexico.