Ep. 35 – Creative Approaches to Bringing Fresh Produce and Joy to Your Neighbors; Dion Dawson, Dion's Chicago Dream

On this episode, we are grateful to have Dion Dawson.  Dion is the Founder and Chief Dreamer of Dion's Chicago Dream, an innovative nonprofit, social enterprise, combating food insecurity at the intersection of logistics and last-mile delivery. He has more than a decade of experience in leadership, social entrepreneurship and executive communications. He is a TEDx speaker, an Aspen Institute Food Fellow, an Echoing Green Fellow, and a U.S. Navy veteran.  Dion has won numerous awards, most recently from the Illinois Holocaust Museum - a 2024 Luminary Award for individuals who exemplify how everyday people can hold great power for change in their communities. #eatbetterfoodtoday #longevity #health #foodismedicine #seasonalshopping #dionschicagodream #foodinsecurity #freshproduce #longerlife Please visit our website https://eatbetterfoodtoday.com for this week's recipe, interviews, books, research, videos. Look for information on Dion Dawson  www.dionschicagodream.com Dion's Telehealth Partner https://foodsmart.com/ What's In Season https://www.seasonalfoodguide.org/ Segment Notes: Breakfast, Morning Routine  2:00 Journey to Dion's Chicago Dream  4:30 The Model to Grow, Sourcing Food  7:15 Customer, Employee Focus, Trust  12:40 Taking Care of Employees  18:20 Circular Economy, Regenerative Ag  21:00 Dream Draft Gala, Dream Vault  23:50 Partner Organizations  27:35 National Speaking to Inspire, Share  31:55 Food Availability, Food is Health  33:10 Children and Food  38:43 The Future: Continue Spreading Love, Joy  41:00 The Snack Recipe: Cucumber Jars  43:25