Food & Society at the Aspen Institute
@AspenFood
We bring together public health leaders, policymakers, farmers, chefs, food makers, and entrepreneurs to find practical solutions to food system challenges.
An incredible wealth of examples for the rest of the country that cares about respect, trust, and helping everyone eat better. Honored that the first slide was our #FoodIsMedicine Research Action Plan! (2/3)
Anne McBride, Vice President of Impact at the @BeardFoundation, shares how the fellowship provides a unique space for sharing strategies, tackling tough questions, and navigating the challenges of change-making together. More: aspenfood.org/food-leaders-f…
In-person gatherings create a sense of community, breaking down isolation and sparking positive conflict that can lead to groundbreaking solutions. Grateful for partners @ardmore_health and @AzCIM! More: aspenfood.org/fim/shaper-def… #FoodisMedicine
The lack of clear definitions for ultra-processed foods is a major public health concern! Corby tackles this topic and more on @BosPublicRadio. More: ow.ly/8iU950WqezB
The most talked-about Culinary Conversation at @aspenideas : Chef @ericripert 's transformation story. He's as open and soulful as he is gifted—which is why @LeBernardinNY is reserved for life's most special moments. youtu.be/K67QREzHZ40?si… @CKummer #FoodAndSociety #Leadership
At 1 AM, after another day of kitchen abuse, Chef @ericripert of @LeBernardinNY tried to imagine a field of flowers. He couldn't. "I was in the dark." Watch @CKummer's full @AspenIdeas interview → youtu.be/K67QREzHZ40?si… #Leadership #Vulnerability #FoodAndSociety

When Food Leaders Fellows conspired to bring their cohort to Starkville, MS, the first cross-cohort reunion walked rain-soaked sweet potato fields, watched a robot pick raspberries, and returned full of ideas for the future of food. Subscribe: confirmsubscription.com/h/y/BECCA0403A…

Grateful to @msstate for hosting our Food Leaders Fellowship! Special shout-out to fellows Hunt and Seanicaa for bringing authentic local perspective to our gathering. Your hospitality made this truly special. #FoodLeadersFellowship #MississippiState
New video showcasing our Food Leaders Fellowship impact! Our 3rd cohort met in Starkville, MS, joined by our first-ever fellows reunion. Watch emerging food leaders share their journeys and the lifelong bonds they've formed. aspenfood.org/food-leaders-f…
Transformative leadership in food justice 🌟 New essay from Dion Dawson, Food Leaders Fellow & founder of @DChicagoDream, on his "food is medicine" work delivering produce boxes to South Chicago families who need them most. ow.ly/SjuX50WhJy5 #FoodJustice #FoodIsMedicine

🌟 DREAM BIG, TEMECULA VALLEY! Remember that food idea you've been thinking about? It's time to make it real. Open Access Temecula Valley is now available for food entrepreneurs! Check it out: ow.ly/gnOm50Wh1ah @cityoftemecula @cityofmurrieta @ociesbdc
Food entrepreneurs: What's the ONE resource that would change your business trajectory right now? Funding access? Business planning help? Commercial kitchen space? Mentorship? Drop your answer below 👇 Visit: aspenfood.org/open-access #FoodBusiness #smallbusiness

Food entrepreneurs in Baltimore, Boston, DC, LA, Minneapolis, New Haven, NYC & Philadelphia: Your local resources are waiting for you! All in one place. All FREE. All tailored to YOUR city. → aspenfood.org/open-access #LocalResources #FoodStartup #BusinessSupport
Did you know that many bottled waters come from municipal sources? Margery, Jim, and I discussed some eye-opening insights about the bottled water industry that challenge our perceptions! More: ow.ly/GIwW50W96Sf @bospublicradio #BottledWater #PremiumWater
Thank you @bcbsncfound + @bluecrossnc and John Lumpkin—who I'll see again on the @AspenInstitute @AspenIdeas stage next week—for a completely nourishing day (with great local food too!). Read our Research Action Plan here: aspenfood.org/fim/ (3 of 3)