The Interview —

Taryn Fixel, Founder, Ingredient1

I was the first national producer to start reporting on Ryan Ferguson’s wrongful arrest and subsequent in a murder case. That initial involvement led to a series of investigative reports by CBS that aided the overturning of his conviction and eventual exoneration. It helped me to realize that small every day actions really can ripple effects beyond imagination.

I love that we help people feel a sense of expansion and positivity about food, regardless of any restrictions they may have. And that we help natural and organic business owners succeed.

Stop worrying. It’s a waste of mindspace that won’t get you closer to your goals. Life’s challenges and blessings are all more interesting and more complex than what you can imagine today.

Nora Ephron. She was a renaissance woman, constantly reinventing herself, and had similar passions - journalism, storytelling, food. I would have loved to have her as a mentor.

Black pants, black tank top, white jacket. Awesome shoes. The shoes are most important because they define the outfit.

Clean and Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets. They help me look fresh for meetings when I’ve been on the subway and on the go for 16 hours.

Everything, Absolutely Everything happens for my greater good.

The Public House – tea smoked lox with poached eggs. I ditch the bread for their quinoa hashbrowns.

Walking through the farmers market on my way into the office. There I see everything I need to see to get me excited for the day – shoppers looking for something special, small business owners we want to succeed, the entire food ecosystem can be felt there.

When I was ten, I thought oversized T-shirts with bike shorts was an adorable look. It was the 80s and I was 10, but my mom was a fashion designer, so really there’s no excuse.