Bananas are the most wasted produce item on the planet. For the last 5 years food entrepreneur Matt Clifford has be obsessed with fixing that. Learn about the ugly side of food waste and a compelling idea on how to address it.
Matt Clifford is the Co-Founder & COO of Barnana. A certified B-Corp, Barnana sustainably upcycles organic bananas to reduce food waste and provide a healthier snacking option. Featured in Forbes, Inc Magazine, New York Times, and Men’s Journal, Barnana is recognized for its unique approach to tackling the world’s food waste problem. Clifford is an active investor, endurance athlete, and lover of delicious food. He was named Forbes’ 30 Under 30 in 2016 and Top Entrepreneur in San Diego by both SDBJ and Locale Magazine. Clifford graduated Magna Cum Laude from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance, and holds a certificate of professional studies from Oxford University, England.
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