Kumud Dadlani

Kumud Dadlani has a diverse range of work experiences. From 2022, they have been working as a Sourcing Manager at Diaspora Co., a company focused on transforming the spice trade by supporting regenerative spice farms in South Asia. Prior to this, Kumud worked as a Food Culture Researcher, writing for various local and international websites on topics related to local food culture, sustainability, and urban food systems. They have also volunteered at Vrindavan Farm, a natural farm implementing bio-dynamic practices. In 2019, Kumud served as a New Product Development Specialist at Goa Brewing Co., and from 2015 to 2018, they worked as a Provenance Manager at Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt Ltd, focusing on sourcing and research. Additionally, Kumud served as a Facilitator for Slow Food India - West region from 2015 to 2017, actively contributing to the promotion of ethical and sustainable food practices.

Kumud Dadlani completed a Post Graduate Degree in Food Studies from the University of Gastronomic Sciences - Pollenzo from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, they obtained several certifications, including "Biodiversity and Indigenous peoples: A Peer-to-Peer training by Indigenous Experts" from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in December 2020, "Systems Thinking" from LinkedIn in October 2020, "Create A Brand Strategy" from LinkedIn in September 2020, "Marketing Foundations: Value Proposition Development" from LinkedIn in September 2020, and "Setting a Marketing Budget" from LinkedIn in September 2020.