March 20, 2026
Christina Chauvenet ’08, Child Nutrition Officer at Newman’s Own Foundation has a commitment to making a difference in the lives of children through healthy, accessible nutrition.
Christina’s first understanding of social issues at a deeper level came from her first year seminar at Wake Forest where her professor Dan Coates challenged her to think about capitalism in new ways. Now, she is working at Newman’s Own Foundation, which is a food company that practices a 100 % for purpose model, using capitalism in pursuit of the common good.
In this episode, Chauvenet shares her inspiring journey from Wake Forest to leading innovative food justice initiatives. We talk about how Newman’s Own 100% for Purpose model which blends capitalism with social good mirrors the Wake Forest ideal of Pro Humanitate, and we learn practical insights on data-driven programs that foster inclusive community approaches.
