Introductions first

My name is Dená Brummer (pronounced Danae). I am a food systems educator, strategist, and storyteller working at the intersection of food, health, and community. My work is grounded in the belief that food is more than what’s on our plate—it’s a powerful tool to nourish people, care for the land, and build more connected, resilient communities.

My path into this work wasn’t linear—I came to food through communications, kitchens, and the field, learning the system from the ground up.