About OatBoard
The Industry Platform for Oat Innovation
OatBoard exists to grow the oat category and help the next generation of oat-based brands get to market. We connect agriculture, science, manufacturing, and market execution into one cohesive ecosystem.
Our Mission
Why OatBoard Exists
The oat economy is at an inflection point. Consumer demand for plant-based, functional, and clean-label products is accelerating — and oats sit at the center of that momentum.
But the ecosystem is fragmented. Growers, researchers, ingredient innovators, manufacturers, and brand founders often work in silos. There's no central platform connecting the people, science, and infrastructure needed to move the category forward.
OatBoard changes that. We're building the connective tissue between agriculture, science, and commercialization — making it easier for innovation to flow from field to shelf.
Why Oats Matter
A Category Point of View
Nutritional Powerhouse
Oats are one of few whole grains with FDA-recognized heart-health claims. Rich in beta-glucan, they support cholesterol management, digestive health, and sustained energy.
Cross-Category Versatility
From oat milk to pet nutrition, from functional ingredients to sustainable packaging — oats serve as a platform crop with applications across food, wellness, and materials science.
Sustainability Leader
Low water requirements, soil-building properties as a rotational crop, and emerging uses in bioplastics position oats as a key ingredient in the sustainable food system.
How We Work
Connecting the Oat Ecosystem
Industry Platform
Category Growth & Network Building
We aggregate market intelligence, connect stakeholders, spotlight innovation, and advocate for the oat category across food, agriculture, and retail industries.
Oat Launch Studio
Brand Incubation & Commercialization
We help founders and brands move from idea to market — with support for formulation, pilot production, manufacturing, packaging, and go-to-market strategy.
Leadership
The Team Behind OatBoard
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Founder & Executive Director
Background in CPG innovation, food manufacturing, and category development.
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Head of Brand Development
Experience in product commercialization, brand strategy, and retail readiness.
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Head of Research & Partnerships
Background in food science, agricultural research, and industry partnerships.
Join the Oat Innovation Network
Connect with the ecosystem. Launch a brand. Advance the category.