AboutUs-Founders

MEET OUR FOUNDERS.

We’d love to solve your trade puzzle!

Marianna and Andy Chapman have been working at the crossroads of business development, technology & the culinary world for more than 25 years. Since their first trade mission to India, they’ve fine tuned their expertise, helping business people in food and beverage sectors and beyond on nearly every continent.

Frustrated that many trade promotions lack a foundation in real time market data and go on to underperform due to poor sales followup, they created a framework to help their clients excellently implement export strategies that build genuine relationships, meet goals, and improve return on investment.

We Plant
WE PLANT.

We pursue radical hospitality that sets a table where every story has value and where people gather together to fill up on kindness and community.

We believe generosity is a faucet that should always be turned on.

We Cultivate
WE CULTIVATE.

Faith drives us to do what’s best, not what’s easy.

We believe in the courage to keep learning, to try something new every day, even if it fails.

We believe relationships are the currency of life. Working together makes us better, and technology can never shortcut this reality.

We Harvest
WE HARVEST.

We believe the table should be a joy-filled and safe respite from the hustle and bustle of life, and as such, should be diligently protected by those that serve it.

Because we’re responsible to each other and generations to come, we’ll pull each other forward, persistently, day by day towards measurable, transformative results.

We Rest
WE REST.

We believe in a cycle of life that makes room for rest — because rest energizes us to do good work, fuels creativity and strengthens us to invest in others.

We believe that everyday is a gift and that of all pursuits – large and small – there is none greater than a life well loved.

MEET THE FEAST GLOBAL TEAM.

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Gary W. Black, Senior Advisor

 

Gary W. Black, former Commissioner of Agriculture for Georgia and Managing Partner of On Point Strategies, LLC, is the Senior Advisor at FEAST Global. With a career spanning over a decade in public service, he has developed key initiatives like the Georgia Grown brand and led international trade delegations to develop market access and business growth for Georgia companies. Gary is a former member of the EXIM Advisory Board. Gary continues to share his valuable experience and insights as a frequent conference keynote speaker and panel contributor. Recognized as the 2017 Georgian of the Year, Gary's leadership extends beyond global trade to community involvement through his church. His expertise ensures strategic and ethical guidance for FEAST Global’s initiatives.

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Tyler Espinoza, Director of Brand & Marketing

 

As Director of Brand & Marketing, Tyler Espinoza plays a crucial role in shaping the company’s visual identity and strategic direction. Tyler led our rebrand to FEAST Global and now tenaciously drives all design efforts. She also oversees the company's marketing and brand strategy, leveraging her skill for discernment to help FEAST Global build genuine connections around the globe.

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Charmaine "Macky" Macatangay, Director of Operations

 

Charmaine "Macky" Macatangay is the Director of Operations at FEAST Global, where she excels in efficiently managing the team’s operations, communications, and projects. Macky is a seasoned event and marketing project executive with global experience. Based in the Philippines, Macky frequently travels throughout Southeast Asia, gathering market intelligence and building valuable relationships. Known for her keen attention to detail and her constant pursuit of growth opportunities, Macky is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of FEAST Global’s operations.

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Madison Meyer, Market Development Specialist & Data Analyst

 

As FEAST Global’s Market Development Specialist, Madison specializes in market research, data analysis, and reporting. Madison has a superpower for collecting and analyzing market related data, extrapolating actionable insights that help businesses achieve a higher return on investment and better connect with their customers. A Texas native, Madison was a Division I collegiate scholar athlete playing soccer at Colorado State University where she participated in a rigorous international business study abroad course in Ecuador. Madison is a Spanish speaker and frequently travels to Latin America to support FEAST Global's projects and relationships. Known for her kindness and readiness to help, Madison brings a collaborative spirit and a deep understanding of diverse markets to the team.

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Owais "Kash" Bashir Sofi, India In-Market Media Specialist

 

Owais “Kash” Bashir Sofi is a seasoned visual expert, contributing his extensive skills to the vibrant landscape of FEAST Global’s marketing endeavors in India. A dual resident of India and the UAE, Kash speaks Hindi and Arabic, allowing him to connect deeply with diverse global communities. As a talented photographer and videographer, Owais leads our team in crafting compelling visual narratives that resonate with our clients’ target markets in India. His integrity and passion for visual storytelling allows him to build authentic relationships both in person and through digital platforms.

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