Why Food?

Episode 60 Aired: Thursday, November 1st 2018

Erin Patinkin and Agatha Kulaga: Building a Socially Responsible Bakery

Erin Patinkin and Agatha Kulaga are the co-founders of Ovenly, an award-winning bakery known for creating baked goods that twist sweet and savory flavors in a modern way. With five retail locations, a large wholesale clientele, and over 60 employees, Kulaga and Patinkin are at the forefront of ethical entrepreneurship, building a dynamic company committed to job training and development and environmental sustainability. The duo were named one of New York’s most “badass” leaders in food by Thrillist.

Join co-hosts Jenny and Ethan for a discussion about building a successful bakery, open hiring policies and social entrepreneurship.

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