By Aaron Locker and Jon Leafstedt | Originally Published by SeedWorld The agricultural sector is facing a perfect storm: a mass exodus of retiring leaders, growing complexity in technology and sustainability, and a shrinking pool of candidates with both business acumen and agricultural fluency. For the seed industry in particular,…
More DetailsBy Gary Weihs & Julie Kanak We recently returned from the ADPI/ABI Annual Conference with one thing top of mind: dairy is changing — fast. From surging protein levels in milk to export uncertainty and new mega-facilities breaking ground across the U.S., the industry is entering a new chapter. And…
More DetailsThe Adaptive Leader: Thriving in an AI-Driven World AI is a strategic imperative, rapidly reshaping decision-making, streamlining operations, and addressing complex global challenges from food production, supply chain demands and food security. Our clients recently reported in the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) Client Research Report 20241…
More DetailsThe Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry continues to be one of the most dynamic sectors within the food and beverage space. Known for its fast-paced, customer-centric model, QSRs have proven resilient through economic shifts, but resilience alone isn’t enough anymore. Today’s brands are navigating complex, fast-moving challenges that require a…
More DetailsBy Aaron Locker, Managing Director To all my friends across the Food and Ag sectors, I wanted to share some initial insights from my first quarter with Kincannon & Reed. After spending 35 years in the crop inputs sector, I took a step back to reflect on where the industry…
More DetailsK&R EXPERIENCE As businesses navigate the complexities of Q1 2025, we’re seeing two trends shape the leadership landscape. From fostering internal growth through leadership development to adapting strategies for attracting top executives in an evolving workforce environment, organisations are recalibrating approaches to meet both challenges. Leadership development has emerged as…
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