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Jessica Cantin, CEO, Food for Free
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- The Think Factory Podcast
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- Jun 30, 2026
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- 1525
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Summary
In this episode of the Think Factory Podcast, Jessica Cantin, CEO of Food for Free, discusses how her organization is transforming the fight against hunger through food rescue, sustainable distribution, and community-centered solutions. Jessica shares how Food for Free has evolved from a grassroots effort into one of the country's leading food recovery organizations, delivering millions of pounds of fresh, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food to communities across Massachusetts while addressing both food insecurity and food waste. Jessica also reflects on her personal experience with hunger and how it shaped her passion for service and leadership. The conversation explores the realities of running a nonprofit as a business, the growing challenges of food insecurity, the environmental impact of food waste, and the importance of dignity and choice in food access. Filled with insights on purpose-driven leadership, social impact, and systemic change, this episode highlights how innovative thinking can help solve some of society's most pressing challenges. Disclaimer