Solving The Food Waste Problem: Afresh CEO Matt Schwartz

Consulting gave him the toolkit; entrepreneurship made him use every tool in the box. From his time at Bain to crafting frosting recipes at Simple Mills, Afresh Co-Founder Matt Schwartz combined business skills with entrepreneurial grit to revolutionize the fresh food industry.

Driven by the belief that any business problem is solvable, Matt set out to address a critical issue in grocery retail: minimizing waste and maximizing freshness. Today, Afresh is backed by approximately $150 million in funding from notable investors including Insight Partners, Spark Capital, and Walter Robb, former CEO of Whole Foods.

With the support of these industry giants, Afresh is making a tangible impact in the grocery industry. The company’s AI-driven platform is now used in over 3,000 stores across the US. As Afresh continues to expand its reach, it’s driving a fresh approach to how we think about food, waste, and the future of grocery retail.

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