Mission-driven Founders
Mission-Driven Founders is a celebration of purpose, innovation, and resilience. Hosted by Wanda Malhotra, founder of Crunchy Mama Box and CMB Certification Program, the podcast spotlights passionate entrepreneurs behind wellness brands making a meaningful impact.
Each episode dives deep into their inspiring stories, showcasing how they align their missions with sustainability, ethical practices, and empowering communities. It’s also a window into the CMB Certification, highlighting its commitment to vetting and amplifying products that embody clean living and conscious consumerism.
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Mission-driven Founders
Redefining Food Literacy, Wellness Sustainability with International Chef Manuela Scalini
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In this episode of the Mission-Driven Founders Podcast, host Wanda Malhotra welcomes International Chef Manuela Scalini, founder of Scai Sustainable Culinary Arts and Innovation. With over 16 years of global experience, Manuela shares her transition from the film industry to becoming a leader in sustainable wellness and functional food education.
Manuela’s philosophy centers on "real food for real life." We explore how her background in cultural anthropology informs her "root-to-bloom" zero-waste kitchen strategies and her heart-led work in providing food literacy for those navigating health challenges.
In this episode, we discuss:
Transitioning to a "plant-forward" lifestyle by listening to your body’s unique cues.
Creative culinary solutions: Replacing MSG with natural umami using nutritional yeast.
Why the future of healthcare lies in the collaboration between chefs and functional medicine practitioners.
Practical tips for implementing a zero-waste, sustainable kitchen at home or in a professional setting.
Connect with Manuela Scalini:
Website: manuelascalini.com
Instagram: @manuscalini & @scai.global
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Discover how the CMB Certification Program empowers brands, giving them the recognition they deserve for creating clean, eco-friendly, and socially responsible products. The certification empowers consumers to make informed choices about their health by guiding them toward truly green products.
Join us as we elevate wellness and sustainability into a global movement—because together, we can make ethical living the norm, not the exception.