Andrew Smart of Greenville, SC

Andrew Smart, based in Greenville, South Carolina, is the CEO and owner of Core Catalyst Food Sciences and Duke Sandwich Company. With years of experience in food manufacturing and product development, he has built a reputation for creating high-quality food products while prioritizing team growth and community impact. His leadership is rooted in a strong commitment to excellence in his companies' products and those he works with. Since 2005, Smart has been the CEO of DiscoverFresh Foods, a company known for producing homemade-style foods like dips, spreads, granola, and desserts. DiscoverFresh is committed to food safety and operates under the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program certification. This commitment ensures that the company maintains the highest standards in food production. DiscoverFresh also partners with various brands to provide product development, marketing, and design services, helping food companies bring new products to market. Brands like Hidden Valley® Ranch, Texas Pete® Hot Sauce, and Louisiana Hot Sauce are among those that have collaborated with DiscoverFresh, benefiting from its expertise in food innovation and production. Smart’s leadership philosophy emphasizes product quality, personal growth, and service to others. At DiscoverFresh, the company’s "Serve, Connect, and Make a Difference" mission reflects his belief that business success is tied to positively impacting people’s lives. This focus on nurturing talent within the company and building strong client relationships has played a key role in DiscoverFresh’s growth and success. In 2018, Andrew Smart of Greenville, SC, saw an opportunity to address the need for specialized food testing services in South Carolina, which led to the founding of Core Catalyst Food Sciences. This ISO-IEC 17025-recognized laboratory provides food manufacturers with critical food safety and testing services.