At this month’s Leadership Journeys Lunch, Bauer Leaders Academy welcomed Andrew Glantz, founder and CEO of GiftAMeal, to share his entrepreneurial journey with students. What began as a college idea to support local restaurants and fight hunger has grown into a nationally recognized social enterprise that has provided over 1.5 million meals to those in need.
Speaking candidly over lunch, Glantz walked students through the highs and lows of startup life—from pitching investors to how to pick the right employees—all while staying rooted in purpose-driven work. He emphasized the value of persistence, the importance of community partnerships, and how leadership often means embracing uncertainty.
Students left the session inspired not just by his success, but by his humility and passion for making a difference. As the Bauer Leaders Academy continues to spotlight change-makers across industries, this lunch with Glantz was a reminder that leadership starts with a single idea—and a whole lot of heart.
