Ep. 3 - Sophia Retchin (Intern at Improved Nature, GFI, Aleph Farms, Peace of Meat, MeaTech)
Jan 3, 2022
25:05
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Sophia's passion for ending factory farming and saving animals motivated her to explore alternative protein.
Immerse oneself in alternative protein content to develop a deep understanding of the field and reach out to organizations to demonstrate enthusiasm and pave the path for future opportunities.
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Sophia's inspiration to get involved in the alternative protein industry
Sophia's passion for ending factory farming and saving animals motivated her to explore alternative protein. After learning about the alt protein field through the Good Food Institute (GFI), she became obsessed with the idea of taking animals out of the supply chain. Visiting farms and witnessing the impact of factory farming firsthand in her home state of North Carolina further fueled her drive to shift towards alternative proteins.
Sophia's internships and experiences in the alternative protein industry
Sophia started exploring the alternative protein field during her sophomore year of college. She began with an internship at Improve Nature, an organization involved in plant-based meat production. She also interned at GFI and simultaneously started the Alt Protein Project, a student organization promoting alternative protein education and research. During her junior year, she interned with A Piece of Meat and later got involved with Meat Tech after their acquisition. These experiences allowed her to gain a broad understanding of the field and connect with influential leaders.
Advice for getting involved in the alternative protein industry
Sophia recommends immersing oneself in alternative protein content to develop a deep understanding of the field. She suggests utilizing alternative protein news apps instead of social media and listening to podcasts on the subject. She also encourages reaching out to organizations with cold emails to demonstrate enthusiasm and pave the path for future opportunities. Volunteering for non-profits and creating side projects can also provide tangible experience and open doors for future roles. Passion and dedication to the cause are crucial for a successful career in the alternative protein industry.
Sophia Retchin is the first student on the podcast. She tells how she was able to intern at multiple alternative protein companies and organizations during her studies including Improved Nature, The Good Food Institute, Aleph Farms, Peace of Meat, and MeaTech. She also started the Chapel Hill Alt. Protein Project. Her advice is to reach out to different organizations in this field and offer to do volunteer work or a side project for them as well as express your passion.
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