Lunch with a Founder - featuring Linda Syth & Noah Bloedorn

These part educational, part networking events are the perfect way to meet other founders in the region, learn from other people's entrepreneurial journeys, and get plugged into the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Wisconsin.

This month features Linda Syth, Co-Founder of The Layered Onion and Noah Bloedorn, Founder of the Dane County Food Collective.
The Art of Collaboration
The Layered Onion and Dane County Food Collective connected through the Madworks Social Impact Accelerator in 2023. After a fortuitous conversation, our organizations discovered parallel work that had an opportunity to be stronger if we worked together. Noah and Linda will be discussing the synergies and challenges of two seemingly disparate organizations working together.

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Biography (Personal): Linda Syth has over 20 years of executive leadership experience in industries from agriculture to manufacturing to healthcare. She is a creator with lived experiences with mental health challenges.

Biography (Company): The Layered Onion is dedicated to elevating artists with mental and emotional health struggles, fostering empathy, understanding, and acceptance. Uniting art and advocacy, we challenge stigmas and empower artists, reshaping the narrative for a more inclusive and compassionate world. Together, we peel back layers, revealing the raw beauty and strength within each artist’s journey.

Biography (Personal): Noah Bloedorn is passionate about empowering individuals to drive positive change within the food system. As the Founder and Director of the Dane County Food Collective, Noah leads efforts to mobilize communities and amplify voices in the pursuit of a more equitable and sustainable food landscape. With a background in urban and regional planning, Noah facilitates grassroots initiatives aimed at democratizing access to healthy food options and fostering collaboration among local stakeholders.

Biography (Company): Through the Dane County Food Collective, Noah cultivates spaces for community members to come together, share ideas, and take action. His approach centers on empowering individuals to recognize their agency in shaping the food system they want to see. By organizing events, facilitating discussions, and building networks, Noah encourages community-driven solutions to address food insecurity and promote food justice. His dedication to empowering others underscores his belief in the transformative power of collective action in creating a more inclusive and resilient food system for all.

This in person event is FREE and open to members and non-members of StartingBlock Madison. New entrepreneurs and students encouraged. Lunch will be provided.

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