Martina Rossi Kenworthy

Martina Rossi Kenworthy is the Founder and CEO of La Rossi Pizza, a new frozen pizza company based in the New York City Metropolitan Area.1 She launched this venture in January 2021 and has been leading it for nearly 4 years.1

Prior to founding La Rossi Pizza, Martina had extensive experience in the food industry:

1. She served as the Co-Chair of the Board of Directors for Slow Food NYC from January 2010 to January 2021, where she was involved in various initiatives including the Urban Harvest Program and Food Policy Committee.1

2. Martina was a Co-Founder and Partner at Gustiamo Inc. from January 2000 to May 2014. Gustiamo is a selector, importer, and distributor of specialty foods from all regions of Italy.1

3. She continues to serve as a Member of the Board of Advisors for More Art, a position she has held since January 2018.1

Martina's educational background includes:

• A Master's degree in Letters and Philosophy from the Università di Bologna, which she attended from 1983 to 1989.1

Her expertise in Italian cuisine and food culture is evident from her professional background and education. This experience likely informs her current role in developing and promoting La Rossi Pizza.

Martina is based in Brooklyn, New York, and has over 500 connections on LinkedIn.1 She is fluent in both English and Italian.1

In a recent development, La Rossi Pizza was selected for Whole Foods Market's Local and Emerging Accelerator Program (LEAP) in 2023, indicating the company's growth and recognition in the market.2