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Resilient Leadership: Navigating Uncertainty in the Food and Agriculture Industries

The global food and agriculture sector faces unprecedented challenges, from extreme weather events to technological disruption, from shifting consumer preferences to supply chain volatility. These challenges demand a new approach to leadership - one that embraces adaptability and resilience as core competencies rather than occasional needs. I recently presented on…

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Year End Talent Trends & Implications for EMEA

TODAY’S EVOLVING TALENT MARKET Addressing global food security through sustainable practices has highlighted critical leadership challenges. While technology, capital, and policy support are essential, effective leadership remains the linchpin for solving future food and agriculture challenges. Our client work has revealed key themes and implications for 2025: THE NEW LEADERSHIP…

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Year End Global Talent Trends & Implications

TODAY’S EVOLVING TALENT MARKET Addressing global food security through sustainable practices has highlighted critical leadership challenges. While technology, capital, and policy support are essential, effective leadership remains the linchpin for solving future food and agriculture challenges. Our client work has revealed key themes and implications for 2025: THE NEW LEADERSHIP…

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Embracing the Talent Opportunity: Highlights from the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Summit

By Managing Partner Phil Osborne I recently attended the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Summit in Singapore where the sector's significant potential amidst pressing challenges was highlighted. Discussions centered on climate adaptation, decarbonization, and nutrition & regulatory, revealing opportunities to attract and nurture talent capable of driving transformative change. The summit's comprehensive agenda…

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Cultivating Change: The Essential Role of Leadership in Sustainable Agriculture

Insights from the World Food Prize Borlaug Dialogue By Jon Leafstedt The World Food Prize Foundation’s recent Borlaug Dialogue in Des Moines brought together global agriculture development leaders and food and agribusiness executives to celebrate the achievements leadership. Two recurring themes emerged through my rich conversations, highlighting the critical issues…

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Driving Organizational Success: The Power of Communication and Collaboration

“Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs A company culture where every individual feels empowered to contribute their unique ideas, where leaders inspire through transparent communication, and where collaboration transforms challenges into innovative solutions isn’t just aspirational,…

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