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About Annie Ryu
Annie Ryu, founder and social entrepreneur, is dedicated to improving diets, health, and farmers' livelihoods through the international supply chain of jackfruit, working with over 1000 farming families from Boulder, Colorado.
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Annie Ryu, originally a pre-med student, shifted her career path during a trip to India where she was implementing a maternal and child healthcare program. Intrigued by jackfruit after encountering it at a street vendor’s stall, she recognized its potential to enhance diets and health while also improving the economic status of local farmers. Motivated by this potential, Ryu became an entrepreneur, establishing an international supply chain to distribute jackfruit. Her work not only focuses on business growth but also on social entrepreneurship, aiming to make a significant positive impact on the lives of over 1000 farming families she collaborates with. Based in Boulder, Colorado, Ryu continues to drive her mission of fostering better health and economic conditions through innovative agricultural practices.
About The Jackfruit Company
The Jackfruit Company specializes in plant-based, whole food products centered around jackfruit, offering a variety of meal starters and bulk foodservice options across over 6,000 stores in the U.S., including major retailers.
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