Dana Frasz

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ENTREPRENEUR, CONSULTANT, COACH FOR A FIERCE FUTURE I grew up in the forests of Maine—surrounded by lakes, rivers, and a deep sense of connection to the natural world. That early grounding continues to shape how I see leadership, community, and what it means to build a future that truly supports life. After graduating from Sarah Lawrence College, I began my work in social impact, receiving a Youth International Award for leadership in reducing food waste. I went on to work with Ashoka, supporting social entrepreneurs around the world to grow their ideas and expand their impact. In 2011, I moved to Oakland, California and founded Food Shift—a nonprofit focused on recovering surplus food and turning it into healthy meals and job training opportunities for young adults. As Executive Director for eight years, I built the organization from the ground up—developing programs, partnerships, funding streams, and a team committed to community impact. Our work diverted thousands of pounds of food from waste while creating pathways for employment and leadership. During this time, I was deeply immersed in both leadership and personal development—engaging in trainings and mentorship focused on m

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