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Human Capital Strategies of C-Suite Executives: The Future of Food and Ag

C-Suite Leaders ID Top Talent Needs in Changing Times, a Three-Part Series Introduction In the rapidly evolving food and agriculture industries, C-suite leaders must be nimble enough to respond to the immediate challenges of rapidly shifting marketplace demands and producing enough food to feed a growing global population, while remaining…

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Technology, practices highlighted at Unconventional Ag

Recently, K&R Principals Gary Weihs and Lisa Johnson attended Unconventional Ag, formerly known as the Organic & Non-GMO Forum. The rebranded event expanded to include additional topics such as regenerative ag practices and plant and cell-based foods while still delivering vital information on the Organic & Non-GMO market. Two key…

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The Importance of Diverse Leaders

Diversity is defined as the practice of including people from a range of different backgrounds and lifestyles. While this undoubtedly includes elements such as gender, age, and ethnicity, it also refers to less obvious factors like diversity of experience and thought. While it may seem commonplace, many organizations still struggle…

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Passion only part of the equation for successful food tech leaders

Managing Partner Michael Whitney represented the firm at FoodTech IL where critical conversations took place and cutting edge innovations were on display.

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Tech, talent & trade key themes at AgTech NEXT

Recently, I had the pleasure of connecting with leaders and innovators at the AgTech NEXT 2022 conference, where technology, talent, and trade were trending topics. This year’s theme – Reinventing a Food System in Crisis – was explored in depth by keynote speakers, panelist discussions, and networking conversations. Technology Technology-centric…

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Retaining the Right Leaders

A positive company culture is one of the most critical factors in retention, something Phillip Osborne and Nicki Anderson discuss in depth here.

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