Key Takeaways:
- Stacy Dean has been appointed as the inaugural Carbonell Family Executive Director of the Global Food Institute (GFI) at George Washington University.
- Dean brings over two decades of expertise in food policy and agriculture, most recently serving as Deputy Under Secretary for USDA Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services.
- The Global Food Institute, founded by renowned chef José Andrés, focuses on global food issues through policy, innovation, and humanity.
- The Institute aims to foster cross-disciplinary research, innovation, and dialogue on food policy.
- Dean’s appointment is supported by a $5 million endowment from the Nelson A. and Michele M. Carbonell Family Foundation.
Stacy Dean Has Been Appointed As The First Carbonell Family Executive Director of GW’s Global Food Institute.
The George Washington University (GW) and José Andrés, renowned chef and founder of the Global Food Institute (GFI) at GW, today announced the appointment of Stacy Dean as the inaugural Carbonell Family Executive Director of the Institute. Leveraging more than two decades of national expertise in food policy and agriculture, Stacy Dean is poised to propel the Institute to its next level of impact.
Dean’s Extensive Background in Food Policy
Stacy Dean’s distinguished tenure includes her most recent role as the Deputy Under Secretary for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services. In this role, she was instrumental in increasing nutrition assistance programs for needy communities. Before her role at USDA, Dean served as the Vice President for Food Assistance Policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, leading the team in creating and implementing more effective food assistance policies.
“Under the leadership of Stacy Dean, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service has been innovative and forward-looking in their efforts to enhance nutrition security and put healthy food on dinner tables and in school lunchrooms across the country, resulting in some of the most significant milestones in the food and nutrition space in decades,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “American families are better off thanks to Stacy’s work and will continue to be in her new role.”
Leadership at the Global Food Institute
“Stacy brings deep knowledge and experience that will help the Global Food Institute reshape the future of our global food system,” said GW’s President Ellen M. Granberg. “Her strategic vision, proven leadership, and commitment to serving others will be invaluable in launching initiatives that address the most pressing food and agricultural issues of our time.”
In her capacity as Executive Director, Dean will champion the Institute’s mission to change the world through the power of food. Her role will encompass amplifying the Institute’s strategic initiatives, fostering new opportunities, programs, and partnerships, and spearheading innovative solutions that position the Institute as a pivotal force in the domestic and global food narrative.
José Andrés’ Vision for the Institute
“The enormity of challenges before our global food system demands a passionate leader of Stacy’s caliber, with a profound understanding of the issues and the drive to effect change,” said Chef José Andrés, founder of the Global Food Institute. “I’m thrilled to work with her as we usher in a new era of impact for the Institute.”
Dean’s Vision for the Future
Upon her appointment, set to begin in the latter half of July, Ms. Dean shared her vision for the Institute’s future: “I am honored to join the Global Food Institute at this critical moment. Together, we will pave the way for innovative solutions to food insecurity, malnutrition, climate change, and our myriad global challenges. Our collective efforts will turn our aspirations for a more equitable and sustainable food system into reality.”
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