About us.
We’re your new best friend for better eating.
80/20 Plants is the easy
way to a plant-based diet.
80/20 Plants is the leading plant-based coaching service that
moves people and the planet to a better future. Our technology
delivers approachable and fun one-on-one coaching, along with
community and practical education, that is accessible to anyone
motivated to thrive on plants.
With a little help from
our friends
A team of plant-based nutritionists, athletes, world travelers, and parents,
each trying to make the world a healthier place.
Our team.
Mckenna Walker
Operations Manager
AKA.
Punny Engineer
BIO.
Pun-loving vegan with an infinite amount of vegetable jokes. "I yam what I yam because of my love for sweet potatoes" is a direct quote. Mckenna went vegan with her Mother over three years ago and never turned back. Between half marathons, an engineering degree, and now Operations at 80/20 Plants, plant fuel is the only fuel she needs!
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Massaged Kale Salad with roasted chickpeas
Alyssa Hodenfield
Marketing Manager
AKA.
"Photoshop Wizard and Wordsmith"
BIO.
When she isn’t editing videos, writing member emails, or writing blog posts, Alyssa loves to get moving in any way possible. Whether it’s running in the Colorado foothills, crushing a workout or taking her dog Fiddler for a walk, you'll never catch her sitting still. She's passionate about the plant-based lifestyle and loves to take advantage of a good plant-powered adventure!
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Black Bean Taco Salad
Dr. Joel Kahn
Medical Director
AKA.
America's Healthy Heart Doc
BIO.
Dr. Joel Kahn has authored seven books, driven by his pursuit to spread plant-based nutrition as the most powerful source of preventative medicine on the planet. Having practiced traditional cardiology since 1983, it was only after his own commitment to a plant based vegan diet that he truly began to delve into the realm of non-traditional diagnostic tools, prevention tactics and nutrition-based recovery protocols. He passionately lectures throughout the country about the health benefits of a plant-based anti-aging diet, inspiring a new generation of thought leaders to think scientifically and critically about the body’s ability to heal itself through proper nutrition.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
A giant salad of arugula, beans, seeds, hemp hearts, walnut, vinegars, and extra virgin olive oil.
JULIA MURRAY
Chief Evangelist
AKA.
"The Olympian”
BIO.
She may be an Olympian, vegan, plant-based chef, and holistic nutritionist, but when it really comes down to it, this is what lights her soul on fire: supporting humans, saving animals, and adventuring wherever and whenever possible.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Tempeh stir fry.
T.K. PILLAN
Co-Founder
AKA.
"Mr. Veggie Grill"
BIO.
T.K. co-founded PowerPlant Ventures, which recently closed it’s second fund of $165 million to fuel plant-based nutrition. Current investments include Beyond Meat, Just, Ripple, and Owyn. Prior to PPV, he co-founded Veggie Grill, the largest plant-based restaurant company in the United States. When not helping to advance a plant-centric future, T.K. enjoys playing beach volleyball and trying to reclaim his glory days of playing collegiate baseball and basketball at MIT.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Veggie Grill Quinoa Power Salad with Tempeh.
MATT FRAZIER
Co-Founder
AKA.
“The No Meat Athlete”
BIO.
Matt Frazier is the founder of No Meat Athlete, best selling author, and ultrarunner. When he's not supporting one of his kids at soccer practice, he's probably mastering an ancient Italian recipe or running some new experiment on himself to share with the community.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Anything quick-pickled.
CLARE MICHALIK
Plant-Based Coach
AKA.
“The Star Gazer”
BIO.
This girl is one with the wind. Traveling the world for the last 5 years, Clare is always up for an adventure, and a good snack. She is an avid student of life, passionate yogi, nature enthusiast, and plant-based lover. When you can catch her, she's likely dancing on the beach, slack-lining in the trees, hiking in the mountains, talking to plants, or winging it in her kitchen.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Panang curry.
ESTHER JAFFA
Customer Happiness Expert
AKA.
“The Beach Bunny”
BIO.
Esther lives in sunny South Florida and loves to spend as much time as possible at the beach. You will find her running along the water, sampling vegan foods, or working out in the sand. She has been vegan for 6+ years and has loved the journey plant-based eating has taken her life.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Asparagus, Brussel sprouts and mangoes.
MATT JAGER
Chief Technology Officer
AKA.
"The Pagoda Dweller"
BIO.
Matt is a wellness activist, yogi and software developer on a mission to give everyone access to the simple tools that can transform their health and happiness. When not coding, you can either find him hanging out in a hammock by a mountain stream or doing yoga while watching the Simpsons.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Dead tie between olives and Hail Merry’s Miracle Tarts.
ROSLYN KENT
Plant-Based Nutritionist
AKA.
“The Mountain Goat”
BIO.
Five year vegan and avid environmentalist, you can usually find Roslyn climbing somewhere deep in the mountains either on skis or bike. When she’s not way out there getting lost, Roslyn is often around her neighborhood in Vancouver talking all things plant-based nutrition or sipping on craft beer with friends. Roslyn believes that life is all about balance after all!
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Veggie sushi.
NIL ZACHARIAS
Co-Founder
AKA.
"Captain Planet"
BIO.
Nil is a leading expert in the growing plant-based food industry. He is an author, entrepreneur, consultant, and sought-after international speaker who has spent over a decade focused on the intersection of food, health, and sustainability. Nil co-founded One Green Planet, Eat For The Planet and Spire and serves as a strategic advisor to numerous brands and organizations. When he's not busy saving the planet, Nil can be found hiking or running with his dog, meditating or planning his next road trip.
FAVORITE PLANT FOOD.
Tofu Scramble and vegan waffles.
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