Imagine a scientist, a chef, a CEO, and a retailer—all united by a love for talking trash. These fearless female leaders are revolutionizing how society views and handles food waste, transforming it into nutritious products, innovative culinary experiences, and sustainable business models. Confronting the staggering 38% of food that goes unsold or uneaten in the US, these trailblazers are driving impactful solutions across the entire food value chain. They are closing the gap on nutrition accessibility and affordability and envisioning a future food system that leaves no waste behind.