About Us

Welcome to Cultivating Consciousness—a platform dedicated to educating, inspiring, and fostering community in the fight against climate change through food systems and beyond. Our mission is to nurture a sustainable world that ensures essential resources for both present and future generations. Whether it's advancing sustainable business practices or promoting food security, we believe in reshaping our relationship with the planet—because the way we care for Earth today defines the future we create tomorrow.

I’m Kaden Theisen, the founder of Cultivating Consciousness, and I’m passionate about building a better future for all. I graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Sustainable Development, focusing on Community, Regional, and Global Development, and I minored in Sustainable Business. My passion lies in sustainable and localized food systems because I believe the choices we make around food shape the world we live in every day. Through Cultivating Consciousness, my goal is to inspire, educate, and foster a connected, thriving community not just in the world of food, but in all aspects of sustainability.