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What we do

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Collaboration

We coach, facilitate networking groups, and collaborate on projects. Working together alongside other foodie folks allows more impact in our food system.

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Research

Analyzing the industry, landscape, and stakeholders creates opportunities to find impactful solutions.

Strategy

Growing your small business from ideation to implementation requires goal-setting, planning, and targeted expertise.

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Education

Curriculum development and teaching in conjunction with Napkin's other work provides a pathway to industry growth.

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NAPKIN RAPKIN

Maura Rapkin is the owner of Napkin LLC. Maura derives her expertise from her experience as a Michelin level chef and a regenerative farmer, as well as her graduate studies in business and food systems. She is dedicated to conceiving solutions for a socially just, equitable, sustainable, environmentally conscious food system.

OUR NETWORK

New Venture Advisors
Urban Redevelopment Authority, Neighborhood Allies Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
Center for Women's Entrepreneurship, Women's Business Center Chatham University
Unity Environmental University Maine
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project, Tufts University
Blue Hill at Stone Barns New York
Breads Bakery New York
Farmer x Baker Pittsburgh
Neighborhood Allies Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
Museum of Food and Culture Denver Colorado
CRAFT Chatham University
After the Fall Cider Pittsburgh
The Modern New York City MOMA Museum of Modern Art
Abigail Kirsch Culinary Collective Catering Company New York City
Vibrant Sunshine Cafe and Juice Company Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Juice Company Pittsburgh
Third Space Bakery Cooperative Pittsburgh
River Monster Pizza, 10.7 Ten Point Seven Marina Pittsburgh
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