

First Time Founders with Ed Elson – A Founder’s Mission to Solve Hunger in America
Apr 7, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Dilip Rao, co-founder and CEO of Sharebite, shares his journey inspired by personal food insecurity and a transformative near-death experience. He highlights how these experiences shaped his mission to tackle hunger in America through corporate meal benefits. The conversation dives into the challenges of immigrant life, the importance of family support, and the role of businesses in combating food insecurity, while emphasizing the need for innovative solutions to enhance employee engagement.
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Private Sector's Role
- Dilip Rao believes the private sector has a vested interest in solving food insecurity.
- He advocates for aligning private sector incentives with public good through initiatives like Sharebite.
Dilip's Food Insecurity
- Dilip Rao used his $20 meal allowance strategically to combat food insecurity early in his career.
- He ate half for dinner and saved the other half for lunch the next day.
Hidden Food Insecurity
- Food insecurity affects a wider range of people than many realize, including those in high-paying jobs.
- Dilip Rao realized how common it is after sharing his own story.