Andrew Smart is the CEO and owner of Core Catalyst Food Sciences and Duke Sandwich Company in Greenville, South Carolina. With a background in food manufacturing and brand development, he has built a career focused on creating quality products and fostering an intense work environment. His leadership style emphasizes teamwork, growth, and positively impacting clients and employees. Since 2005, Andrew has led DiscoverFresh Foods, a company known for producing homemade-style foods such as dips, spreads, granola, and desserts. DiscoverFresh operates under the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, ensuring high food safety standards and product quality. In addition to food production, DiscoverFresh offers product development, marketing, and design services, helping brands take their ideas to market. The company has worked with brands like Hidden Valley® Ranch, Texas Pete® Hot Sauce, and Louisiana Hot Sauce, providing them with innovative product solutions. At DiscoverFresh, Andrew focuses on creating a supportive company culture where employees are encouraged to grow and contribute to the company’s success. The company’s mission, “Serve, Connect, and Make a Difference,” reflects his belief in the importance of service and positive relationships. Under his leadership, the company has expanded while maintaining a strong commitment to people and the community. In 2018, Andrew recognized a gap in food testing services in South Carolina and founded Core Catalyst Food Sciences. The lab, ISO-IEC 17025-recognized, offers essential testing services to food manufacturers, including shelf-life studies, challenge trials, and safety assessments. Core Catalyst helps clients ensure their products meet food safety standards and are ready for market. The lab serves clients like the U.S. Waffle Company, Lean Kitchen Company, and Signature Seasonings. Andrew is dedicated to supporting education and community initiatives outside his business ventures. He has been involved with Clemson University and Wingate University, contributing to both schools. In 2022, he and his wife, Julie, made a $2 million donation to Wingate University Athletics, helping to fund a new student-athlete training facility. This gift reflects their belief in the importance of education and the growth of future leaders. He and Julie have two children, Drew and Claire, and together, they value family and service to others. Julie is the Director of the Doctor of Education program at Anderson University. Family members prioritize giving back to the community and supporting causes that contribute to long-term growth. Andrew Smart of Greenville, SC, focuses on creating lasting value for those around him through his leadership in the food industry and charitable work.