Maisie Ganzler is Chief Strategy and Brand Officer at Bon Appetit Management Company, a $1.7 billion food-service company and subsidiary of the largest food-service company in the world, Compass Group. She is the go-to expert on how food companies can make positive change, called upon for strategic counsel by advocacy groups and big businesses alike. Ganzler has played an integral role in changing the food industry and building America's food movement for almost three decades.
"Advance Praise for You Can't Market Manure at Lunchtime: ""Equal parts inspiration, wisdom, and care, You Can't Market Manure at Lunchtime should have a prominent slot on the bookshelf of every forward-thinking social entrepreneur or anyone looking to make the world a better place. Maisie Ganzler has assembled an honor roll of legends that lovingly share their passion and purpose. A gift that will keep on giving back."" — Danny Meyer, founder, Union Square Hospitality Group ""Unlock the secrets to building a business that thrives on sustainability and profitability simultaneously. You Can't Market Manure at Lunchtime offers a proven road map through five essential lessons that transcend industries. A must-read for those aspiring to craft a purpose-driven and sustainable legacy in business."" — Neeru Ravi, Principal, Boston Consulting Group ""You Can't Market Manure at Lunchtime is like a friendly chat with business legends who've walked the sustainability journey. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact through your business, this book will take you through that journey."" — Manuel E. Gonzalez, General Partner, AgFunder ""You Can't Market Manure at Lunchtime is a master class in sustainability, blending hard-earned wisdom with practical strategies. Ganzler's journey in transforming Bon Appétit into a beacon of sustainable business is not just inspiring but a blueprint for any company aiming to make a genuine impact in the world. This book is a must-read for leaders who want to build a brand that truly stands for something meaningful."" — Eduardo Rallo, Managing Partner, Brainstorm Ventures ""Maisie Ganzler inspires and challenges us to each make our own dent by sharing insights and lessons from some of our boldest changemakers. Whether you work in food or just enjoy it, her book is a provocative challenge to rethink how we eat and drink."" — Seth Goldman, founder, Honest Tea, Eat the Change, and Just Ice Tea ""This book puts practical innovation under the spotlight and shows how the process of testing and iterating works to engender optimal solutions."" — Paul Matteucci, food system investor; founder, FoodCrunch ""Maisie Ganzler's stories, conversations, and insights are engaging and actionable. Maisie's long and continuous career at the cutting edge of supply chain innovation offers a playbook of valuable lessons for a very necessary revolution in our food system."" — Will Rosenzweig, founder, The Republic of Tea; Faculty Director, Sustainable Food Initiative, UC Berkeley"