Denise Woodard

Founder & CEO of Partake Foods; Founder-in-Residence, Target's Forward Founder's Program; One of Inc.'s "100 Female Founders"

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Denise Woodard Biography

Denise Woodard is the Founder and CEO of Partake Foods, a company known for its allergy-friendly cookies and baking mixes inspired by her daughter's food allergies. Since its launch in 2017, Partake Foods has expanded its reach and is now available in over 9,000 retailers including Target, Kroger, and Whole Foods Market. As a trailblazer, Woodard became the first Black woman to raise more than $1 million publicly for a consumer-packaged goods (CPG) food startup. To date, her company has secured over $19 million in funding from notable investors such as HER, Rihanna, Cleveland Ave, FF2032, and Marcy Ventures Partners. Partake Foods was ranked #45 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list, highlighting its rapid growth and success in the industry.

In addition to her role at Partake, Woodard is deeply involved in mentorship and fostering future leaders in the food and beverage sector. She is the Founder-in-Residence of Target's Forward Founder's Program, where she has mentored three cohorts, and the Founder of Black Futures in Food & Beverage. This fellowship program provides HBCU students with mentorship, internships, and job opportunities, aiming to cultivate the next generation of industry innovators. Woodard also serves on the board of Naturally New York and the advisory board for the UNC Shuford Center for Entrepreneurship. Her commitment to education and mentorship is further demonstrated by her involvement in the WP Carey School of Business Dean’s Council.

Before establishing Partake, Woodard accumulated a decade of experience in CPGs working for various Fortune 100 companies. She holds a BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MBA from Arizona State University. A seasoned speaker, Woodard has shared her insights at events for major organizations such as Microsoft, Victoria's Secret, Danone, Carta, and Target, delivering actionable advice with optimism that engages and inspires her audience. Her leadership extends beyond business acumen, embodying a dedication to inclusivity and opportunity in the food and beverage industry.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 01/01/2024.

Denise Woodard Speaking Topics

  • Fostering Meaningful Diversity in Your Industry

    Inspired by her own experience as a CEO and Founder, Denise Woodard has become a sought-after mentorship and leadership expert. With her fast-growing natural snacking brand Partake Foods, Denise became the first Black woman to raise $1M publicly for a CPG startup. She has gone on to serve as a founder-in-residence for Target’s Forward Founder’s program and founded Black Futures in Food & Beverage – a fellowship program for active HBCU students. Sharing her journey as well as actionable takeaways, Denise offers a unique perspective on fostering meaningful diversity in any industry, from mentorship, to team-building, and beyond.

  • Building a Beloved Product and Brand

    Founder and CEO of Partake Foods Denise Woodard Brand has built a fast-growing brand inspired by an idea that hit close to home – her daughter’s food allergies. Leveraging a decade of experience in CPGs at various Fortune 100 companies, Denise launched Partake – which was named #45 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list. In this engaging and information talk, Denise shares how brand goes beyond logo and packaging, offering insights about creating an inspiring experience at every touchpoint on the consumer journey.

Denise Woodard Videos

  • QuickTake: Denise Woodard on Building a Business and Brand Identity
    Denise Woodard, founder and CEO of Partake Foods, shares her key insights from growing a business from the ground up and creating a strong brand...
  • Denise Woodard Makes Black History with Cookie Brand
    “The opportunities are there!” Partake Foods founder Denise Woodard shares her secrets to success - that attracted the support of H.E.R., Rihanna...
  • Partake Foods Founder Story | Food Allergies Affect Every Part of Our Lives
    Denise Woodard, the founder and CEO of Partake Foods, talks about her daughter, Vivi—one of 32 million Americans living with food allergies, and...

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Denise Woodard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Fostering Meaningful Diversity in Your Industry and Building a Beloved Product and Brand. The estimated speaking fee range to book Denise Woodard for your event is available upon request. Denise Woodard generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jasmine Crowe-Houston, Daymond John, Xernona Clayton, Morgan DeBaun and Liene Stevens. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Denise Woodard for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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