Creating a Food Secure City

Explore the concept of a Food Secure City in this TEDx talk by Chef Claudy Pierre at Point Park University. Discover how science, technology, and engineering solutions can be implemented to make food accessibility a seamless and frictionless experience. Learn about Pierre's mission to reset Pittsburgh's food ecosystem by addressing barriers to food security, including transportation, accessibility, disability, and financial stability. Gain insights into Pierre's background as a Haitian-American chef from Brooklyn and his journey to becoming a community leader in Pittsburgh. Hear about his initiatives, including Eminent Hospitality Solutions Co., Arnold's Coffee & Tea LLC, the EAT Initiative, and the Third Meal Project, which was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic. Understand how Pierre's work in food justice has expanded into technology, real estate development, workforce development, and media, and how these efforts contribute to creating a more food-secure urban environment.