Chuck Templeton
About Chuck Templeton
Chuck Templeton is a seasoned director with extensive experience in the food and technology sectors, currently serving as Director at Flashfood, Once Upon a Farm, Brightseed, and Good Eggs. He has a background in entrepreneurship and investment, having co-founded OhSoWe.com and served on the investment committee of Impact Engine.
Work at Brightseed
Chuck Templeton has served as Director at Brightseed since 2018. His role involves overseeing initiatives that align with the company's mission to harness plant-based innovations for health and sustainability. He operates remotely from the San Francisco Bay Area, contributing to Brightseed's focus on transforming food systems through advanced technology.
Current Positions
In addition to his role at Brightseed, Chuck Templeton is currently a Director at Flashfood, Once Upon a Farm, and Good Eggs. He has held the position at Flashfood since 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. At Once Upon a Farm, he has been a Director since 2017 in Berkeley, CA. He has also been involved with Good Eggs since 2016 in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Previous Experience
Chuck Templeton has a diverse background in leadership roles across various organizations. He was a Director at Ataraxis Biosciences from 2016 to 2023 and held similar positions at Fishpeople Seafood, ThinkCERCA, Piece & Co., and GrubHub. He co-founded OhSoWe.com and served as an Investment Committee Member at Impact Engine for nearly a decade, focusing on impact investing.
Education and Expertise
Chuck Templeton earned a Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Strategy from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management from 2003 to 2006. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Economics from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, which he completed from 1991 to 1994. His educational background supports his focus on sustainable investments in food systems and energy transition.
Leadership Roles
Chuck Templeton has held significant leadership positions throughout his career. He was the former Chairman of GrubHub and the Founder and CEO of OpenTable. He has also contributed as an advisor at Menuism since 2008, providing insights into the food industry. His experience spans over two decades in various sectors, emphasizing his commitment to innovation and community engagement.