Candace Nelson

Candace Nelson is an accomplished entrepreneur and founder of several innovative culinary and business ventures, including CN2 Ventures, which focuses on investing in bold concepts and strong leadership; Pizzana, a Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winning Neo-Neapolitan pizzeria recognized as a leader in "third wave" pizza; Play 2 Progress, which emphasizes early childhood sensory-based play; and Sprinkles Cupcakes, known as the world's first cupcake bakery featuring a cupcake ATM. Candace Nelson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Wesleyan University, earned in 1996.