Belmont Nursing Student turned Entrepreneur
Posted May 24, 2023
What If… Food Could Transform Our Community’s Health?
Ryan Reisdorf, founder of Placemat studied nursing at Belmont while launching his business with the mission of nourishing communities through feel-good food experiences. Placemat provides healthful, locally sourced food through 5 distribution channels. Over the past 5 years, Placemat has grown into a multi-million dollar business and has donated over 150k meals to people in need.
On What if.. A Belmont Entrepreneur Podcast, we talk about staying true to your “why”, how a nursing education prepared Ryan for life as an entrepreneur, and of course…food!
As a Belmont University alumni, Ryan has been nominated for the Top 100 Entrepreneurs to come out of Belmont in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. Additionally, Ryan won the Belmont Business Plan Competition in 2019.
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Top 100 Entrepreneur Awards at Belmont University
Posted December 20, 2023
The 5th annual Belmont University Entrepreneur Awards took place on December 11, 2023. This evening recognizes Belmont University alumni who have started innovative and unique businesses. The awards honor the founders who are excelling in business and challenging their industries.
A Healthy Spin on Dinner Parties
Posted August 15, 2023
A nursing school dropout, Placemat Founder, Ryan Reisdorf's passion lies in health. He was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at an early age, and he has had a vested interest in wellness ever since.
The Light Bulb Moment
Posted September 2, 2023
“Hey, is Placemat available on Friday for dinner for 14?”
