Stefan Fak

Stefan Fak is an Austrian businessperson who is the founder of Lotao. He also hosts the Food Fak(t) podcast.

Biography Stefan Fak was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1972. He studied economics, which led to his initial career in the telecommunications industry. He developed an interest in rice during his visit to the Mekong Delta region. Subsequently, Fak established a rice farmers' cooperative in Indonesia and imported an organic rice blend, despite facing initial regulatory challenges.

In 2017, Fak worked with DEG to launch a development aid project focused on jackfruit, which led to the production of plant-based ready meals.

In October 2025, Fak stepped down as managing director of Lotao after 16 years in the role. After leaving the company, he began working as a business consultant