Event description

The NACAS Climate Action Lab taking place on October 29, 2024, is a pioneering initiative designed to position university and college food services at the forefront of the transition to a climate-positive economy. This one-day summit at NACAS C3X will convene industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to drive transformative actions and practical solutions for achieving net-zero or carbon-positive food service operations.

During the session titled “Shifting the Menu: Navigating Plant-Based Solutions for Low Carbon Dining,” Marika Azoff, Corporate Engagement Lead at GFI, will participate as a panelist alongside other leaders in the plant-based food ecosystem. This session will explore how plant-forward solutions can align sustainability, inclusivity, and student health, while providing satisfying dining options, simplifying food services, and optimizing costs. Attendees will gain valuable insights on how to implement innovative, low-carbon dining strategies on their campuses.

Event location

6000 W Osceola Pkwy
Kissimmee, Florida 34746 United States
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Meet the speaker

Marika azoff

Marika Azoff

CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT LEAD – RETAIL AND FOOD SERVICE

Marika works with companies involved in food sales and distribution to increase their sales of and commitment to alternative proteins. Marika first joined GFI with a focus on alternative seafood. Through building relationships with the private sector, she worked to accelerate the development of alternative seafood globally. Marika earned a BA in Animal Conservation from the University of Rochester and spent the last decade focused on animal conservation and strategic partnerships.

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