Greg Steltenpohl

Lessons From a Sustainable Food Pioneer



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About This Episode

Greg Steltenpohl, Founder of Califia Farms and plant-based pioneer passed away on March 11, 2021 at the age of 67. Greg founded Odwalla., which was acquired by Coca-Cola in 2001. He also co-founded the Interra Project in 2000, Adina for Life in 2004, and Califia Farms in 2010.

This episode is an edited version of Greg’s original appearance on the Eat For The Planet Podcast on September 6, 2017. Listen to the original episode here.

Topics Covered:

  • Why plant-based foods are a solution to our climate crisis. 

  • Greg’s thoughts on design as it applies to Califia’s product packaging.

  • Building an impactful brand and a company culture that supports it.

  • What’s next in the plant-based food industry and food culture.

  • Greg’s vision for the food system in 2050.