Elysabeth Alfano
Elysabeth Alfano is the CEO of VegTech(tm) Invest , the Advisor to the VegTech(tm) sustainable food innovation ETF. Elysabeth is an expert in investing in food systems transformation and speaks internationally on the intersection of investing, sustainability, and our global food supply system. She has spoken at the U.N. Global Leaders Compact Summit, the United Nations Climate Change Summit, COP27 and COP28, Yale University and Northwestern University, several Bloomberg Intelligence events and done a myriad of TV interviews. Elysabeth began her career with Kellogg Company working on Special K and Frosted Mini-Wheats before acting as Chief Investment Officer for a small family office. A graduate of Northwestern University and the Thunderbird School of Global Management, Elysabeth consults and advises, through her consulting company , C-Suite Executives on the sustainable food industry landscape, growth strategies, and whitespaces. Lastly, Elysabeth hosts the Plantbased Business Hour , a podcast which features the CEOs and business leaders in the food innovation sector. The Plantbased Business Hour is considered "The Gold Standard" for those who want to understand, participate in, and capitalize on the growing industry. She also hosts the Upside & Impact: Investing for Change podcast featured on this publication. Elysabeth contributes to ESG Clarity, WGN Radio, Vegconomist Magazine, CAIA, ETFCentral.com , FactSet Insights and PowerAdvice. CEO: VegTech(tm) Invest, Advisor to the VegTech(tm) Plant-based Innovation & Climate ETF, EATV Host: Upside & Impact: Investing for Change (on the New York Stock Exchange platform , ETFCentral.com ) Contributor: ESG Clarity, ESG Investor, Vegconomist, WGN-TV, NPR, FinTechTV, CAIA, FactSet Sustainability Events Chair: Women in ETFs (WE) Connect with her on Linkedin . Sign on to our Protein Diversification & Disclosures Stakeholder Engagement. Download a free copy of the Top 5 Best Practices for Stakeholder Engagement in Plant-based Innovation & Diversified Proteins
Articles by Elysabeth Alfano
- Opinion
The $12.7 Trillion Food Problem Nobody Is Pricing In
So our diets aren’t just having a major impact on our health. They are also impacting the global economy.
- Opinion
Race for Food Security Could Define Global Power in Coming Decades
As trade wars and physical wars rage on, it is easy to see how food, sadly, could be weaponized.
- Opinion
The Next War Will Be Over Food and Water
Investing in a safe and secure food future resonates with all of us, governments and individuals alike.
- Opinion
Can Americans Even Afford a Burger Anymore?
American now has to think about the drive-through as the $1 meal is a thing of the past, and it seems that beef herds may not be increased for years.
- Opinion
More Protein, Bigger Problems? Rethinking Meat, Resources, and Future Supply
While it won’t be going away anytime soon, an increase in its production would cause a downward spiral in natural resources.
- Research
Why Exchange-Traded Funds Are Outpacing Mutual Funds in the Modern Investment Era
Explore how Exchange-Traded Funds are meeting these demands—and why they are fast outpacing mutual funds in relevance and utility. #ETF
- Research
Can Investors Disrupt Big Meat? The Financial Case for Regenerative Agriculture
To explore how investors can actively challenge the dominance of industrial meat and push for systemic change. #meat #food
- Research
Make America Healthy Again: A Signal To Invest in Food Innovation
This convergence of economic, technological, and regulatory trends presents a compelling case for investment in the food innovation sector. #food
- Research
Tariffs and Food Innovation: A Surprising Opportunity for Investors
While tariffs con food an create short-term volatility, it can also drive food innovation presenting a compelling opportunity for investment.
- Active Investing
The Future of Impact Investing: Insights from Trillium’s Matt Patsky
Rhetoric swirls and sustainable investing becomes a misunderstood and controversial topic, one thing remains clear: sustainable investing is not a trend
- Research
Fast Food Investment in 2025: What MAHA Means for You
But the real question is—will 2025 be the year capital flows into the sector at scale? #health #capital #food
- Research
What Do We Really Know About American Farmers? An Investment Perspective on Agriculture’s Future
Challenges and opportunities in this evolving agricultural landscape, particularly as it relates to sustainability, food security #Farm
- Research
Egg Prices Are Soaring Again: Here's Why
We have all been feeling the pressure of rising egg prices. Why are egg prices up so much...again? #prices #eggs
- Research
Money, Mindset & Impact: How Hidden Financial Trauma Shapes Investment Choices
Beneath these calculations, a powerful but often overlooked force influences financial decision-making: money trauma. #money #ESG
- Active Investing
Diversification + Why Investors Are Turning To Food Systems
Not only an essential component of human health and food security but also a significant factor in global economic resilience and sustainability. #food
- Research
Is There Life Beyond the Mag 7? Exploring New Investment Opportunities
Get in early on the innovations that are driving a novel and healthy food system shift and, like the early bird, stay well fed.
- Active Investing
The Growth and Impact Potential of Investing in Food System Transformation
Let’s take a deeper dive into the reasons behind and the investment opportunities in a global food system transformation. #food
- Research
Can We Continue To Grow the Economy if Natural Capital Is on the Decline?
Can economic growth persist if natural capital—the foundation of our ecological and economic systems—continues to erode? #economy
- Market Intelligence
Proven Strategies for Effective Shareholder Engagement: Insights From VegTech Invest
Sanders shared a compelling success story that underscores the importance of persistence and strategic negotiation in shareholder engagement. #ESG
- Market Intelligence
Department of Defense Invests Heavily in Food Innovation. Why?
The DIBC OTA provides DoD with new paths for innovation through industry and ensures continued U.S. competitiveness. #food #ESG