Meet Kristen Schroeder, who first joined Real Food For Real Kids in January of 2008!
What do you do at Real Food for Real Kids?
As Managing Director, my job is to make sure everything at RFRK is working together, from big-picture strategy to day-to-day operations. I focus on keeping us aligned with our mission to enable and inspire a lifetime of healthy eating, and making sure we’re building a business that delivers real impact for our RFRK team, kids and their families.
What are some of the challenges you face?
One of the biggest challenges is balancing a lot of priorities at once, operations, innovation, team alignment, and customer experience, while staying focused on the bigger picture. It’s about making thoughtful decisions in the day-to-day, while also keeping an eye on what’s ahead and preparing the business for what’s next.
What part of the job do you enjoy the most?
The most rewarding part of my job is connecting people, whether it’s our team or our customers, and bringing the right minds together to solve complex challenges. That’s where the best ideas come from.
If you had to describe yourself as a meal or dish, what would you be?
I’d be a power bowl; structured, balanced, and probably trying to fit too many things in, but it works.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
Being in more than one place at once! Being a mom and leading a growing business sometimes calls for Hermione-level time management.
What’s your favourite RFRK meal or recipe & why?
RFRK’s Jerk Chicken, Mac n Cheese & Bruschetta has always been my favourite combination explosion, especially when the cooks add a little extra spicy flair.
What are some activities you enjoy outside of work?
I love staying active outside of work, running, biking, swimming, stretching (not quite yoga) and skiing. I also enjoy cooking for large groups, live music, reading memoirs, and cheering on my kids at their activities.