Revolution Foods

Revolution Foods is a mission-driven food service company founded in 2006 by Kristin Groos Richmond and Kirsten Saenz Tobey, two businesswomen and mothers who met while pursuing MBAs at UC Berkeley. United by a commitment to improving access to healthy, high-quality meals in public schools, they built what has grown into the largest K-12 school meal vendor in California. The company serves more than 35 million nutritious meals annually to students and seniors across 800-plus schools and senior centers. Revolution Foods holds dual status as both a Certified B Corporation — a designation it has maintained since 2009 — and a Public Benefit Corporation, a distinction added in 2021 that further codifies its legal commitment to social impact alongside financial performance. In 2019, the company expanded its mission beyond K-12 education to address food insecurity among older adults, extending its reach into senior centers and nutrition programs for vulnerable populations. The company maintains a 100% audit pass rate across multiple federally regulated meal programs, including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and Title III compliance standards. This compliance record underscores the operational rigor and food safety standards the company upholds across its production and distribution network. Revolution Foods offers a full suite of support services for institutional partners, including pre-launch training, participation tracking, and dedicated account management teams. Its presence extends beyond institutional food service to retail shelves, broadening access to purposefully crafted, affordable food products. In 2025, George Blanco joined the organization as CEO, signaling a new phase of expansion and product innovation. The company's product development is led by a dedicated Head of Product, Strategy, and Innovation, reflecting an ongoing investment in evolving its meal offerings. Revolution Foods operates with a stated focus on nutritional quality, affordability, and trustworthiness — values that position it as a differentiated partner for school districts, senior programs, and community organizations seeking a compliant, high-accountability food service vendor.