Decarbonizing the Food Industry: A Conversation with Wayne McIntyre

In this episode of the Business Leadership Podcast, host Edwin Frondozo, live at the Collision Conference in Toronto, features Wayne McIntyre, CEO and co-founder of Relocalize. The discussion explores Relocalize’s mission to decarbonize the food production industry by decentralizing food manufacturing. With a focus on establishing autonomous micro-factories at distribution centers, Relocalize aims to eliminate ‘middle mile’ transportation and reduce carbon emissions, particularly targeting products made of water, such as packaged ice and beverages. The conversation delves into the significant environmental impact of centralized food production, challenges in the supply chain, and fundraising difficulties. Wayne elaborates on the vision for a more resilient and sustainable food system while encouraging systems-level thinking and the formation of a decentralization movement within the food industry.

00:00 Introduction to the Business Leadership Podcast
00:44 Special Episode: Future Narrator Mini-Series
01:57 Meet Wayne McIntyre, CEO of Relocalize
02:31 The Problem with Food Production
03:24 Relocalize’s Innovative Solution
04:48 Impact of Decentralization
06:27 Challenges and Opportunities in the Food Industry
13:14 Funding and Investor Insights
19:46 Vision for the Future of Food Production
21:31 Building a Movement
29:31 Final Thoughts and Advice for Founders