Robert Egger

Robert has been a leader in the food recovery/job training/social enterprise movement since 1989 when he founded the DC Central Kitchen—an inspiration for Food Shift—which he then led for 24 years. Robert is also the Founder of LA Kitchen and the Founder and President of CForward, an advocacy organization that rallies employees of nonprofits to educate candidates about the economic role that nonprofits play in every community and to support candidates who have detailed plans to strengthen the economy that includes nonprofits. As an award winning author (Begging for Change), he is a sought after speaker on subjects ranging from innovation, leadership, the role of nonprofits and social enterprise.

Robert’s expertise in nonprofit leadership and management, his deep knowledge in the food waste prevention space including food-related legislation, and his vast network complement Food Shift’s strategies and operations.

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