Manufacturing Today Issue - 241 October 2025 | Page 128

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end, we need to work closely with our customers to maintain the taste profiles, clean label standards and product quality that consumers expect, all while achieving a price point that remains competitive in the marketplace,” he continues.
Community commitment
On the side of its main operational endeavors, MSI Express addresses pressing issues within its local community, including food insecurity, through its partnership with Bigger Table.“ From a young age, I was taught the importance of giving back as there are always people in need. Unfortunately, there are many food deserts in the US, where numerous children rely on food programs at their schools, and without these programs, they would not be able to eat three meals a day. Food waste is a prevalent issue around the world, especially in North America, and our objective is to transform some of that waste into meals for those in need. Bigger Table excels in this mission, efficiently working with ingredient suppliers, material providers, and contract manufacturers like us to repurpose food that would otherwise go to waste into nutritious meals, such as chili kits, macaroni and cheese kits, and a variety of shelf-stable products. To date, Bigger Table has created tens of millions of meals, and we are proud to have contributed significantly as a partner in this effort to help feed America,” Charles informs.
Evidently, giving back to the local community and beyond is very important to MSI Express and its team. Charles discusses another key social initiative undertaken by the company: its involvement with Glenwood Academy.“ Each facility and division at MSI Express has the opportunity to collaborate with local charities and organizations to 128