Throughout the history of our organization, community and connection have always been a guiding core value. In fact, whole food, plant-based nutrition is really a return to the interconnected roots of our food system and a reconnection to the ancient, timeless ecosystem of all life; soil, seeds, sun, rain, living organisms, and air. At a larger scale, connection is the core of healthy relationships between self, others, and the most efficacious delivery of health care. Finally, it is the connection between our daily food choices and entire food chain that powerfully shapes the world we are stewarding for future generations.

Connection is also the heart and soul of our new initiatives and impactful core programs, evidenced by a growing community of inspired and equipped healthcare professionals around the world who are utilizing whole food plant-based nutrition as a cornerstone of their practices. Their impact is exponential as every healthcare provider connects with approximately 15,000 patients during their career and each of those patients connects with family and friends.

I want to personally thank each of you for your support because we couldn’t have done it without you. Together we have created a “north star” organization that is transforming individuals, organizations, and countries around the world. And we’re just getting started.