Selena Mao

Selena Mao

Manager, Research & Insights

Selena Mao serves as ReFED’s Manager, Research & Insights, developing information and accompanying technical products to help galvanize national efforts to reduce food loss and waste. Previously, Selena supported the Chief Sustainability Office for Los Angeles County to assess how the L.A. regional food economy was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. She has also authored policy and academic research on opportunities to localize food economies and build urban climate resilience. Selena holds a Master of Arts in Urban Planning from UCLA and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Stanford University.