Carly Herron

Program Manager at Good Food Accelerator

Role: Program Manager at Good Food Accelerator
Location: Chicago, IL, US
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

About Carly Herron

Through small business support and food-centered events, I help entrepreneurs thrive and build stronger local economies, rooted in collaboration and community.Currently, I run the Good Food Accelerator, a small business accelerator program for food and beverage start-ups. We assist founders in Chicago through business education programs, networking, and mentorship. I’m also the founder and director of Next Door Dinners, a pay-what-you-can community dinner series that raises funds for mutual aid organizations supporting underserved Chicago residents. Our goal is simple: to build connection and community by sharing a meal at one big table. Follow along on Instagram at @nextdoordinners for upcoming events and updates.My professional experience lies in large-scale event planning, small business assistance, program growth and management, and corporate engagement.

Experience

Program Manager
Good Food Accelerator
May 2023 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Geography and Environmental Studies
2014 — 2018

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Current company

Good Food Accelerator

Non-Profit Organizations · 4 employees · Chicago, Illinois, United States

The Good Food Accelerator works with food-focused entrepreneurs who serve the Chicago area, providing programs, events and connections that help them grow and position them for long-term success. With an increased focus on working with the underrepresented and underserved communities of Chicago, as well as a commitment to help women- and minority-owned businesses, the GFA’s activities provide access to industry leaders and a supportive community, all anchored in a deep understanding of what it takes to be successful in retail, food service and catering. Our cohort programs – Accelerate for Growth and Go to Market – combine a defined program with one-on-one mentoring that enhance and expand start-up and early-stage food businesses potential for success. Over 60 companies have successfully completed one of our cohort programs, covering a wide breadth of products and food-focused services. Beyond the cohorts, GFA Members benefit from a range of classes, panels and other events that provide unique perspectives about the industry and business leadership. Access to the GFA network of experienced experts and industry leaders gives them a chance to explore concerns relevant to their businesses, further supported by the GFA team of in-house experts. Our volunteers are the backbone of the expertise we provide to Members, serving as Instructors, Advisors and Mentors. Send us a message at g•••@familyfarmed.org for more information. If you’re a food-focused company who is located in Chicago – or serves the Chicago metro area – let us know! We’d love to welcome you to the GFA Family.

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About Carly Herron

Experience

Program Manager

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison

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