Our Impact
At Potlikker Capital, impact means driving meaningful, lasting change across multiple levels of the food system. Our integrated capital model supports producers and processors individually, nurtures collaborative community networks, and works to transform systemic barriers—building a food system that is resilient, sustainable, and just.
Below, explore how our work creates real impact from the ground up.
Individual Level Impact
Community Level Impact
Systems Level Impact
By providing tailored financing, strategic guidance, and personalized support, we enable producers and processors to break through historic barriers—such as limited access to capital, land insecurity, and operational challenges. This empowerment helps them establish and grow resilient enterprises that preserve cultural legacies, strengthen livelihoods, and adapt to environmental and economic shifts. The result is sustainable businesses that contribute to healthier food systems and stronger communities.
At the systems level, our work addresses deep-seated structural inequities that have historically limited access to capital and opportunities for producers and processors. We advocate for policy reforms that promote fairness and sustainability, and we educate funders on the importance of deploying capital in ways that are inclusive, accountable, and aligned with community needs.
By reshaping how capital flows—encouraging transparency and shared power—we help create an environment where more producers and processors can access the resources necessary to succeed. This systemic impact contributes to building a food economy that is equitable, resilient, and beneficial to producers, communities, and consumers alike.
Empowering Change in Action
One of the standout examples of Potlikker Capital’s impact is our partnership with Two Rivers Fisheries in Wickliffe, KY, led by Angie Yu. Potlikker Capital has supported Two Rivers through an investment that enabled the fishery to expand its operations, enhance sustainability efforts, and increase production capacity.
With our financial backing, Angie and her team at Two Rivers have implemented more sustainable fishing practices, such as reducing waste, improving water quality management, and promoting aquaculture methods that protect marine ecosystems. This investment has helped Two Rivers become more resilient to environmental changes, allowing them to scale operations and meet growing demand while remaining environmentally responsible.
Potlikker Capital’s support didn’t stop with financial capital. We also provided technical assistance, helping Two Rivers develop a comprehensive growth strategy that aligns with regenerative practices. By connecting Angie with industry experts and providing insights into market opportunities, we’ve helped the fishery expand its reach and build stronger relationships with local retailers and distributors who value sustainably sourced seafood.
Angie’s story is a powerful example of how Potlikker Capital works not only to provide financial capital but also to empower businesses like Two Rivers to adopt practices that are environmentally sustainable and economically profitable. This partnership highlights how Potlikker Capital’s holistic approach—combining access to capital, strategic support, and capacity building—can foster long-term, positive change in local food systems.
Two Rivers Fisheries
We nurture Communities of Practice that connect producers and processors across regions to share knowledge, collaborate on challenges, and co-create solutions. These networks build collective resilience by reducing isolation, fostering innovation, and amplifying shared successes. Through peer mentorship, technical training, and resource pooling, communities strengthen their capacity to adopt regenerative practices and drive systemic change.
Whether you’re a producer looking for support to implement regenerative practices or an investor ready to make an impact, get in touch with us today to learn how Potlikker Capital can help you achieve your goals and contribute to a more sustainable food system.
