DeShawn Lindsay

Classroom Facilitator, DFA Alum

DeShawn Lindsay facilitator Detroit Food Academy

DeShawn Lindsay is a Detroit native with a passion for baking and a commitment to empowering youth. As a dedicated "youth voice, youth choice" activist, DeShawn strives to create opportunities for young people in his community. Currently serving as Eastern Market's  Shed 5 Kitchen Supervisor, he brings valuable food safety and project management experience to his role. DeShawn's professional journey is driven by a desire to open doors for the next generation of entrepreneurs, combining his love for food with his mission to inspire and support young innovators in Detroit.