Aishwarya Iyer

Aishwarya Iyer, founder of Brightland, discusses her journey from tech to intentional food entrepreneurship, inspired by her South Indian heritage. She emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with food and the impact of olive oil quality on health. Aishwarya shares fascinating insights on recognizing bad olive oil, seasonal eating rituals, and the significance of cooking as a self-respect act. She also reflects on her experiences in launching Brightland and maintaining product integrity, inviting listeners to embrace conscious cooking in everyday life.

Aishwarya Iyer, CEO of Brightland, shares her journey from tech to founding a high-quality pantry brand by tackling impostor syndrome. She discusses building confidence, unique design inspirations, sourcing olive oil products, and maintaining strong producer relationships.