For Reuben Chesters, winner of the Alumni Entrepreneur Network award for Environmental Sustainability, helping build a more sustainable local food system includes the running of local food shops, community kitchens, gardening projects, cookery classes and getting people more engaged in thinking about issues around food, where it comes from, and the fairness and sustainability of mainstream supply chains. Having been at the helm since 2011, Reuben has grown the brand and overseen the expansion of Locavore both geographically and in terms of the breadth of their services.

What the judges said:
"Impressive achievements of delivery, growing the business effectively and a clear vision for the future. This is a fantastic example of the opportunity to grow a Community Interest Company (CIC), being an ambassador for short supply chains, reduction of waste and the ability to respond to a local market. Exciting to see where Locavore goes next."

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