Ben Read

Ben Read is a Partnerships Manager at Company Shop Group, overseeing the acquisition of surplus food from various partners across the UK since July 2023. Prior to this role, Ben served as a Commercial Officer (Produce) at FareShare UK, facilitating the redistribution of fresh produce to over 9,500 charities. Ben's earlier experience includes a position as a Commercial Graduate at Arla Foods, where responsibilities included driving eCommerce strategies for Sainsbury's and Waitrose. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition from Leeds Beckett University, as well as A Levels in Biology, PE, and Media Studies from Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College.