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Pioneers of AI

Why AI is the key to improving our food, with Riana Lynn

Dec 11, 2024
Riana Lynn, CEO and founder of Journey Foods, leverages AI to revolutionize food production and sustainability. She shares her inspiring journey from a student athlete to an entrepreneur tackling food insecurity. Lynn discusses how her AI-powered platform creates health-forward products and optimizes supply chains. The conversation touches on the importance of data partnerships in promoting healthier food choices and the pressing need for diversity in the food tech industry, particularly for women of color.
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  • Riana Lynn discusses how her AI-powered platform significantly accelerates the food product development process, aiming to reduce failure rates in innovation.
  • Journey Foods focuses on addressing food insecurity by implementing initiatives that promote healthier choices and improve access in underserved communities.

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The Journey from Athlete to Entrepreneur

Brianna Lynn, a former collegiate athlete, attributes her entrepreneurial success to her experiences in sports, particularly as a javelin and discus thrower. Competing against others who had genetic advantages taught her resilience and adaptability, qualities essential in the tech startup landscape. Her journey culminated in founding Journey Foods, a company focused on utilizing AI to create healthier and more sustainable packaged foods. Lynn's background in athletics not only provided her with physical strength but also honed her ability to think on her feet and innovate, crucial traits for a successful founder.

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