Meet the Fellows

Annika is a seasoned food systems professional whose breadth of knowledge stems from her multifaceted work across the food industry, from fisheries management and beverage manufacturing to urban farming and grocery retail. She is dedicated to building equitable, resilient supply chains that prioritize environmental stewardship and ethical production practices, as evident in her most recent role as Sustainability and Social Impact Manager for Hive Brands. She carries this commitment to positive impact into her fellowship for the Economic Recovery Corps, where she works with the West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission to strengthen the region’s agricultural and food processing sectors.

In addition to her professional experience, Annika has a strong academic background in agricultural ecology, policy, and business. She holds a B.S. in Molecular Environmental Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and an M.A. in Food Studies from New York University.

Annika was born and raised in San Diego, where she began her early career as a California State Beach lifeguard and marine science instructor. In her downtime, Annika enjoys spending time in nature, learning new skills (she hopes to improve at ice skating during her Michigan fellowship), and adventuring at home and abroad with her family and friends.