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ReFED
FoundationChicago · 6 people tracked
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Investment thesis
ReFED works across the entire U.S. food system to reduce food loss and waste, which it frames as a systemwide, cross-supply-chain problem with economic, environmental, and social consequences. Operating with a 'big tent' mindset, it engages businesses, funders, solution providers, policymakers, and the media. Its approach centers on producing authoritative food waste data and economic analysis, catalyzing capital and innovation for scalable solutions, mobilizing businesses toward high-impact practices, and cultivating community through partnerships, networks, and events such as its annual Food Waste Solutions Summit. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, revenue from services, events, and partnerships funds publicly available insights for the food system.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 26, 2026.
Team · 6 people
from the firm's websiteData Scientist at ReFED involved in analyzing food waste solutions and data contributions.
Vice President of Data & Insights at ReFED, leading solutions research that guides stakeholders from intention to impact.
Serves as President of ReFED and has spoken publicly about food waste and its solutions as part of the TED Countdown Dilemma Series.
Manages development of ReFED's Insights Engine, focusing on making the food waste data tools intuitive and accessible to accelerate sustainability action.
Senior Manager for Climate & Insights, a contact for ReFED's food waste landscape research and collaboration.
Vice President of Product at ReFED, serving as a contact for the Insights Engine and data contributions.
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Frequently asked questions
- What sectors does ReFED focus on?
- ReFED focuses on Circular Economy, Climate Tech, FoodTech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is ReFED located?
- ReFED is headquartered in Chicago, US.
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