David Hertz

David Hertz is a visionary chef and social entrepreneur, dedicated to promoting social projects related to food and empowering vulnerable communities.

As the co-founder of Gastromotiva, a non-profit organization operating in three countries, David provides vocational kitchen training, food education, and sustainability practices to youth from low-income families, immigrants, and marginalized women.

He is also a co-founder of the Social Gastronomy Movement, fostering collaborations between socially engaged chefs, social entrepreneurs, and other sectors of society to scale local best practices and improve the lives of underserved populations.

With a background in MBA Social Entrepreneurship Management, culinary arts, and global leadership from institutions like Harvard and Yale, David is well-equipped to lead impactful social initiatives in the food industry.

David encourages inclusivity and social responsibility across the food chain, working with hospitality markets, governments, and industries to ensure the sustainability of our food and health systems.