Speakers

Chiara Menini is an experienced Education Programme Manager committed to advancing innovation and fostering a sustainable, future proof food system. Supporting EIT Food's mission, she works to accelerate innovation that ensures healthy and sustainable food for all.
In her role at EIT Food, Chiara specializes in designing and managing education programs that enhance skills and knowledge in entrepreneurship, innovation, and food systems. Her work aims to empower individuals and organizations to drive food systems transformation, equipping them with the tools and expertise needed to address the sector's complex challenges. Before joining EIT Food, Chiara worked at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano as Research Manager, where she has supported the development of sustainable, impactful entrepreneurial ideas and guided enterprises in transitioning to more sustainable business models.
Passionate about creating meaningful change, Chiara specializes in developing and implementing strategies, projects, and activities that turn societal challenges into solutions. She emphasizes co-creation, participatory methods, open innovation, and experimentation to foster collaboration and impactful outcomes.