Speaking
I’m a seasoned speaker and moderator who has participated in 100+ sustainability and food industry events in 15 countries and online.
I bring a unique take on topics including
Transitioning to regenerative agriculture
Biodiversity in agriculture and diets
Circular packaging and reducing food loss and waste
Nature-positive food design and food systems
How advances in technology and science impact food values and behaviors
Collaborating across supply chains
Integrating foresight with strategy
Bridging systems thinking with human-centered design
Upcoming Events
Menus of Change Leadership Summit at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY
I’m leading a workshop that will equip restaurant and food service leaders with language and tools to support the transition to regenerative agriculture.
Recent Events
Climate Week 2024
I joined a panel with Guckenheimer CEO Paul Fairhead, Executive Chef Mike Kedala, and Food Tank’s Danielle Nierenberg to discuss how Guckenheimer surpassed our food waste reduction target and what’s next. The panel was part of Restaurants and Farms: A Key Solution to the Climate Crisis, presented by Food Tank and The James Beard Foundation.
Where you may have seen me speak
What others say
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“I met Rebecca when I was visiting Google earlier this year and knew her perspective would be great for SKS. I was right. Her talk was excellent; deeply researched and unique.”
Michael Wolf, Founder of the Smart Kitchen Summit and The Spoon
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“Rebecca is truly a maestro when it comes to panel facilitation. What set Rebecca apart was her inquisitive nature which helped craft a well-thought-out narrative and also left ample room for live interactions. Her skillful navigation between a structured narrative and impromptu interactions made the panel not only informative but also engaging and lively. Rebecca's session stands out as one of the most well-prepared experiences I've had. I would jump at the chance to collaborate with her again and highly recommend her to anyone seeking a facilitator who goes above and beyond.”
Gesina Beckert, Food for Climate League -
“Interviewing is an art, and Rebecca is masterful in it! She does it with such grace, ease, and poise. She is well-prepared with questions, but also able to pivot easily depending on answers and slide into the next question naturally.”
Nikki Holzberg, IDEO