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- In the News
How Affordable Food Can Sway Voters, Not Tariffs
As the Presidential campaigns wind into their final week, both candidates are zeroing in on states they hope to win over. But foraging for votes on traditional demographics such…
October 31, 2024
- Jesuit Values
Georgetown Small Business Corps to Empower Local Urban and Under-Resourced Communities in Washington, D.C.
The SBC provides tailored, pro-bono consulting services delivered by Georgetown McDonough students Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business has launched the Small…
October 28, 2024
- In the News
Restaurant Portions Are About to Get Smaller. Are Americans Ready?
Restaurants sinking under rising food costs are trying to figure out how to sell smaller servings without upsetting value-minded customers. This month, the Portion Balance…
October 3, 2024
- Research and Insights
Georgetown University Food Expert Debuts New White Paper on Ultra-Processed Foods
Washington, D.C. (September 19, 2024) – A new white paper on ultra-processed foods (UPF) was published today by the Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, as…
September 19, 2024
- In the News
How ‘White’ Bread Can Make School Cafeterias Healthier
Hank Cardello, executive director for the Leadership Solutions for Health and Prosperity program at Georgetown McDonough's Business for Impact center, explores how food companies…
August 28, 2024
- In the News
Here’s the Real Reason Ozempic-Like Weight-Loss Drugs Are So Popular
Bill Novelli, professor emeritus and founder of the Business for Impact Center at the McDonough School of Business, writes about combating rising overweight and obesity. …
August 15, 2024
- In the News
New Georgetown Study: 50% Of Consumers Want Smaller Portions
A new report released last week by Georgetown University’s Portion Balance Coalition spotlights the growing importance of smaller portions to consumers. The study, which was…
April 2, 2024
- In the News
Portions Play Pivotal Role in Promoting Consumer Health, Reducing Food Waste, Georgetown University Reports
Reducing portion sizes across the food and beverage industry, including foodservice, can have a profound impact on consumer health and help combat food waste, Georgetown…
March 25, 2024
- Research and Insights
New Georgetown Study Reveals Impact of Food Portions on Health and the Environment
“Power of Portions” report indicates over 50% of consumers want smaller portions The inaugural “Power of Portions” report released by the Portion Balance Coalition (PBC)…
March 19, 2024
- Research and Insights
Business for Impact’s Portion Balance Coalition to Participate in The White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities
The Portion Balance Coalition (PBC), led by Business for Impact at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, was recognized by the Biden-Harris Administration as…
February 28, 2024