Our Founders
Ricardo Caceres
Founder, Chief Brand Officer
“As a young kid, I vividly recall sharing lunch in a coffee farm worker's home. Their Grandma poured me a humble half glass of milk. To me, it wasn't a symbol of scarcity, but a profound gesture of care, generosity, and the warm hospitality ingrained in their beautiful communal life. This powerful memory ignites my passion for our mission to empower small farmers. I strive to kindle a deep connection between all of us and these hardworking communities, recognizing the indispensable role they play in providing nutrient-rich food. Their dedication not only sustains us but also nurtures their communities and our planet. I believe in fostering these meaningful connections that honor the essence of care, generosity, and community – just like that half glass of milk did for me.”
“As a young kid, I vividly recall sharing lunch in a coffee farm worker's home. Their Grandma poured me a humble half glass of milk. To me, it wasn't a symbol of scarcity, but a profound gesture of care, generosity, and the warm hospitality ingrained in their beautiful communal life. This powerful memory ignites my passion for our mission to empower small farmers. I strive to kindle a deep connection between all of us and these hardworking communities, recognizing the indispensable role they play in providing nutrient-rich food. Their dedication not only sustains us but also nurtures their communities and our planet. I believe in fostering these meaningful connections that honor the essence of care, generosity, and community – just like that half glass of milk did for me.”
Ricardo Caceres
Founder, Chief Brand Officer
“I’ve always had a passion for my Andean roots. When I moved to Peru to work with quinoa-farming communities, I learned a deep respect for the smallholders striving to improve their livelihoods while preserving their colorful ancestral crops. This gave me the crazy idea to start making plant-based milks out of ancient ingredients sourced from the farmers who are taking good care of the Earth. I started out at farmer’s markets. But this idea evolved into Muyu. My hope is that together we can make a big enough difference to regenerate landscapes and communities while preserving the amazing foods of the Andes for future generations.”
Alex Wankel
Founder, Chief Product Officer
Alex Wankel
Founder, Chief Product Officer
“I’ve always had a passion for my Andean roots. When I moved to Peru to work with quinoa-farming communities, I learned a deep respect for the smallholders striving to improve their livelihoods while preserving their colorful ancestral crops. This gave me the crazy idea to start making plant-based milks out of ancient ingredients sourced from the farmers who are taking good care of the Earth. I started out at farmer’s markets. But this idea evolved into Muyu. My hope is that together we can make a big enough difference to regenerate landscapes and communities while preserving the amazing foods of the Andes for future generations.”