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Sam Kass

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Sam Kass is a food and nutrition expert and has served as a chef, food writer, and advisor throughout his career. He started his career as a personal chef and later became the White House Senior Policy Advisor for Nutrition and Executive Director of Let's Move! During the Obama Administration. 

In this role, he worked to improve the health and well-being of children by promoting healthy eating habits and physical activity. He also served as the personal chef to the Obama family and was responsible for creating healthy and nutritious meals for the First Family.

Kass was a vital member of the Obama Administration's efforts to combat childhood obesity and was instrumental in developing and implementing policies such as the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, which aimed to improve the nutritional quality of meals served in schools. He also worked to promote sustainable food systems and increase access to healthy food in underserved communities.

In addition to his role in the White House, Kass frequently traveled with President Obama and the First Lady to promote their healthy living initiatives. After Obama's presidency, he worked as an advisor and advocate for food and nutrition. He also founded Trove, a company that uses data and technology to help food companies make more sustainable and nutritious products.

Kass has been involved in several food-related initiatives and projects throughout his career. For example, he has worked with schools to improve their lunch programs, promote healthy eating habits, and advocate for sustainable food systems. He is also a co-founder of Trove, a company that uses data and technology to help food companies make more sustainable and nutritious products.

Kass has also appeared on various television shows and contributed to different food and health publications. He is a graduate of the University of Chicago and has a degree in history.