John Alexander

John brings experience across food and agriculture supply chains, with a focus on supporting values-aligned sourcing and strengthening connections between producers and institutional buyers. Prior to joining the Chef Ann Foundation, he worked with mission-driven food brands to scale products from smallholder farmers into national markets, building systems across sourcing, supply planning, and operations. He has also contributed to food systems research and policy through his work with Food Tank and the Center for Agriculture and Food Systems, where he focused on food access, supply chain resilience, and values-aligned procurement. He believes that strengthening institutional procurement is a critical step toward building a more equitable and sustainable food system.

Outside of work, John enjoys cooking, exploring local food communities, and playing soccer.