Nita van Dam merges her expertise in agroecological research with the entrepreneurial skills honed at ReProduce, her inaugural U.S.-based startup aimed at reducing food waste and aiding farmers, complemented by over five years of experience in the restaurant and catering sector. This fusion of entrepreneurship and sector-specific insight is foundational to her leadership role at Nimble.

As Nimble’s CEO, Nita is at the forefront of fostering partnerships with local farmers and investors, streamlining short supply chains to promote sustainability. She is pivotal in refining Nimble’s approach based on continuous market feedback, driving the company’s growth and mission.

Nita’s commitment centres on strengthening local agriculture through short supply chains, reducing food waste, and ensuring fair farmer compensation. Her vision for Nimble is to lead in sustainable eating, bridging the gap between farmers and consumers to foster a more sustainable and equitable food system.