David Hertz is a social entrepreneur and global influencer known for using gastronomy as a tool to transform people. He creates sustainable solutions that offer opportunities for those who live in vulnerable communities. His initiatives promotes sustainable and purposeful food systems. He is the founder of Gastromotiva, a Brazilian non-profit. His work impact communities around the world with a holistic approach to social innovation.
He is an advisor to the Pact Against Hunger and has spoken at the TED Global, UNGA and the World Bank, in addition to collaborating with companies such as Unilever, Coca-Cola, and others in the food sector.
For these achievements, his career has been recognized by The New York Times, BBC, CNN. He received the Charles Bronfman Award and is a Young Global Leader at World Economic Forum.