Copia Welcomes Greg Creed to Our Board of Directors

We are thrilled to announce that Greg Creed, former CEO of Yum! Brands (Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut) and current Board Director at Aramark, Thanx, Delta Airlines, and Whirlpool, has joined Copia’s Board of Directors!

With decades of leadership in the global food and hospitality industry, Greg brings an unparalleled level of expertise in scaling brands, driving operational efficiency, and delivering business impact. His track record of transforming iconic restaurant brands into household names makes him an invaluable addition to Copia as we continue our mission to eliminate food waste and drive sustainability in the foodservice sector.

Why This Matters

“It’s crazy that so much good food is wasted when there are still too many people going hungry,” said Greg Creed. “Copia is a way to correct that imbalance while at the same time making it easy for restaurants to do the right thing.”

Greg’s decision to join Copia is a powerful endorsement of the work we’re doing—because no one wants to throw away good food. Copia makes donation effortless so businesses can focus on what they do best. As a seasoned executive, he understands firsthand the operational complexities that restaurants, hospitality businesses, and food operators face when it comes to surplus food. He also recognizes the huge financial and social opportunity in turning surplus food into an asset rather than a liability.

“As a former restaurant executive, Greg knows how difficult it can be for businesses to manage excess food efficiently,” said Kimberly Smith, CEO of Copia. “His deep industry knowledge and passion for sustainability make him an invaluable addition to our Board as we continue to scale and help businesses turn their food waste into a financial and social opportunity.”

A Vision for the Future

Greg’s expertise will help Copia expand its reach, refine our solutions for foodservice operators, and continue to drive measurable impact. His leadership will be instrumental as we deepen partnerships across the food service and hospitality industries.

We are honored to welcome Greg to the Copia family and look forward to the impact we will make together!

Join Us on This Journey With Greg’s leadership, Copia continues to transform the way businesses manage surplus food. If your company is looking to turn waste into value, improve sustainability efforts, and strengthen financial performance, now is the time to join us.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to grow!