Christina Tosi

Christina Tosi is the founder of Milk Bar, a two-time James Beard Award winner, and one of the most creative forces in the food industry. She speaks on creativity, entrepreneurship, and building beloved brands, sharing how she turned a tiny bakery into a national phenomenon with inventive, nostalgic treats that broke every rule of traditional pastry. Named one of the most creative people by Fast Company, Christina inspires audiences to embrace bold thinking and take risks.

Culinary Empire
Christina founded Milk Bar in 2008 and grew it from a single storefront into a nationally recognized dessert brand celebrated for iconic creations like Cereal Milk Soft Serve and the Compost Cookie. She honed her craft in the kitchens of wd~50 and Momofuku before striking out on her own, bringing a fearless, experimental approach to everything she creates. She is the host of Netflix’s Bake Squad and has judged MasterChef Junior.

Author & Innovator
Christina is a New York Times bestselling author of seven cookbooks and a TED speaker whose message about following your passion and ignoring conventional wisdom resonates far beyond the kitchen. Her entrepreneurial journey from pastry chef to CEO offers universal lessons in brand building and creative leadership. Her keynotes deliver inspiring strategies for innovation, building customer-obsessed brands, and the entrepreneurial mindset that turns creative vision into business success.

Unlocking Creativity: Bringing Out the Artist in Anyone

Christina Tosi, the visionary behind Milk Bar, has more than just a knack for tapping into creative potential. In this talk, she shares her unique approaches to fostering creativity, whether it’s through playful experimentation in the kitchen or creating an environment where ideas can flow freely. Christina will reveal how embracing failures, celebrating the ordinary, and finding joy in the process can transform anyone into a creative powerhouse. You will walk away with actionable techniques to ignite your own creative spark and apply it to your own work.

Entrepreneurial Lessons from the Sweet Side of Business

Drawing from her personal journey with Milk Bar, Christina Tosi delves into the highs and lows of turning a passion for baking into a thriving business. This speech explores the essential lessons Christina has learned about leadership, resilience, and innovation while scaling a bakery into aninternational brand. She will discuss the importance of staying true to your vision, navigating the challenges of scaling a business, and the power of creating a community around your brand. Entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners will gain valuable insights on how to build and sustain a successful venture while maintaining their creative spirit.

Innovating Joy: How to Create Products That Delight

Joy and delight have a profound impact in our everyday lives, and bring out the childlike awe in all of us. Hear how the spark was ignited for Christina’s passion for innovation, which led her to create products and experiences that bring happiness to others. Christina will discuss the importance of understanding your audience, the role of nostalgia and emotion in product development, and how to balance creativity with practicality. This session is perfect for anyone looking to inject a bit of joy into their work and creations, and make their customers smile.