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ST: We are seeing rapid changes in consumer behavior: people demand tasty, accessible, affordable, healthy, local, and sustainable food. As a serial entrepreneur, social activist, angel, and impact investor, I run a scale-up accelerator for disruptive innovations in food, agriculture, wellness, and environment to grow the food movement.įT: What do you see as the biggest opportunity to fix the food system? But as a five trillion-dollar global industry, there are still significant challenges that need to be addressed.

Food is essential to our existence, survival, and health, and also the emotional connection to our day-to-day life. Eating flavorful and healthy food has been a challenge in the United States. Shen Tong (ST): I’m a father of three young children. Researchers, farmers, chefs, policymakers, government officials, and students will come together for panels on topics including food waste, urban agriculture, family farmers, farm workers, and more.įood Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with Shen Tong, the Founder and Managing Partner of Food Future, who will be speaking at the summit.įood Tank (FT): What inspired you to get involved in food and agriculture? This two-day event will feature more than 75 different speakers from the food and agriculture field.

Food Tank, in partnership with American University, is hosting the 2nd Annual Food Tank Summit in Washington, D.C. on April 20–21, 2016.