Annie Ryu

Annie Ryu is a seasoned entrepreneur with a strong background in social entrepreneurship and health policy. As the CEO and Founder of jack & annie's since November 2020 and The Jackfruit Company since June 2011, Annie Ryu has led initiatives in the meat alternative industry, achieving multiple awards for innovation and taste, including several NEXTY Awards and a 2023 Libby Award. Additionally, Annie Ryu serves as an Advisor at Rare, a non-profit focused on climate change and conservation, and holds the title of Unreasonable Fellow at Unreasonable, which supports impactful entrepreneurs. Previous experiences include roles as a Teaching Fellow at Harvard University, a co-founder at LifeGuard Games, and a Health Policy Analyst at Harvard Medical School. Annie Ryu holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Anthropology from Harvard University and has participated in various social entrepreneurship initiatives.