Wyley Owens is a creative problem solver with a passion for design, sustainability, and positive impact. With a degree in Art/Graphic Design from Wheaton College (MA) and additional studies in Design Discovery - Architecture from Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Owens has a diverse educational background. His experience includes positions at Whole Foods Market, Mercato Stellina, and Associated Buyers, where he held roles in marketing, graphic design, and grocery management. As the founder of Salud®, he demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit, and as the General Manager, Partner at Kristall Organic, he was responsible for day-to-day operations and investment. Owens now serves as the Director of The Shift Fellowship at Associated Buyers, where he continues to focus on sustainable and impactful products. He seeks to expand his expertise to include new materials and find his next adventure.