THROWBACK 87 - GoMkt with Matt Holtzman

Episode Notes

Colin talks to the founder of goMkt, Matt Holtzman. GoMkt is a unique app that helps take care of the food surplus issues that arise in big cities like NYC. Colin and Matt discuss what led to the creation of the app, the challenges they faced, and the future of the company. Learn about our food supply and what we can do to avoid throwing so much away.

CHECK THEM OUT:
Website:https://www.gomkt.com/
Instagram: @gomkt

Referenced articles:
https://qz.com/804022/health-benefits-japanese-forest-bathing/

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/restaurants-that-dont-donate-because-of-liability-are-just-making-excuses-experts-sayn577d6f92e4b0344d514dd20f

CHECK US OUT:
Website: https://aldalifestyle.com
Instagram: @aldalifestyle

Topic Timestamps:

2:30 - 10:18 Why did you start goMkt?
10:19 - 16:13 UGLY FRUIT
16:14 - 23:35 Who mentored you to make the world a better place?
23:36 - 35:25 What challenges did you face starting the app?
35:26 - 47:46 Where do you see the company going in the next ten years?
47:47 - 44:19 Curious Q&A

Off Topic is a short series airing every Friday to just talk about different aspects of lifestyles and how sustainable values tie into it.

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