Adam John Brummond
CEO + Entrepreneur + Filmmaker
- Role
- Chief Executive Officer Co-founder at Return
- Location
- San Diego, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Adam John Brummond
A Minnesota native now based in San Diego, Adam John Brummond is the co-founder and CEO of Return, a company dedicated to creating sustainable growing solutions through innovative organic fertilizers and composts. Passionate about regeneration, soil health, and sustainability, Adam is committed to helping farmers and urban farmers alike adopt practices that benefit the soil, food systems, and the planet. Return is a proud member of 1% for the Planet and Certified B Corp. Prior to Return, Adam was a partner and co-founder in R.D. Brummond + Sons, a 2500-acre regenerative organic farm. His work there laid the foundation for his dedication to advancing sustainable agriculture and regenerative practices.In addition to his work in agriculture, Adam has a strong background in film production. Through his production company, The Factory, he directed over 100 commercial projects for major clients such as Indian Motorcycle and Blue Moon, demonstrating his ability to tell compelling stories across various industries.
Experience
Chief Executive Officer Co-founder
Jan 2019 — Present · MN, US
As the co-founder and CEO of Return, I’ve had the privilege of leading our company’s growth from $40K to $5MM in revenue, transforming it into a trusted leader in sustainable agriculture. My work spans strategic vision, operational leadership, and innovation, all rooted in our mission to create a regenerative future for soil, food, people, and planet. Key highlights of my leadership at Return include: • Market Leadership: Spearheading long-term partnerships, including 15 years of contract negotiations with Jennie-O, and expanding our market presence through innovative product development, like the introduction of a patented paper tube packaging solution and securing placement at Target for 2025. •Sustainability Commitment: Achieving B-Corp certification and 1% for the Planet membership while securing an $8MM+ USDA grant project to advance sustainable fertilizer production. •Innovative Growth: Diversifying our business through compost operations, launching a CPG division, and exploring international expansion opportunities in South America. •Employee-Centric Culture: Creating a Great Place to Work-certified environment for three consecutive years, implementing initiatives like a 4-day work week for truck drivers, and launching Return’s first DEI program to foster inclusion and growth. •Technology & Operations: Driving efficiency and innovation through tools like EOS, Culture Index, ArcGIS, 15Five, and other tech to streamline operations and empower teams. At Return, I’m passionate about building a company that not only thrives in business but also contributes meaningfully to the health of our planet and the communities we serve.
Education
University of Southern California
Producing and Directing
2008 — 2008
RCTC
Graphic Design
2002 — 2006
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