By Managing Partner Jon Leafstedt and Managing Director Aaron Locker Coming out of this year’s Western Seed Association Annual Convention, one theme stood out clearly: the seed industry is navigating a major generational transition, and not everyone is ready for it. Across conversations with company leaders, we heard a consistent…
More DetailsBy Managing Director Christophe Dumont Attending this year’s Euroseeds Congress, I was reminded just how quickly the seed industry is evolving, and how much leadership adaptability matters in moments like this. Much of the discussion at the trading tables is usually centered on in/out licensing, securing access to breeding/enabling technologies,…
More DetailsBy Kimberly Bretz & Lisa Johnson As the bakery industry evolves faster than ever, the recipe for success now demands more than great ingredients or time-tested technique. The trends shaping 2025—health-forward innovation, automation, and the artisan revival—are also reshaping what leadership looks like across the sector. Senior executives in baking…
More DetailsBy Managing Directors Aaron Locker and Heiri Gugger Coming out of this year’s CLA/CPDA Annual Meeting, what stood out most to both of us was the quiet energy in the room. After several years of political uncertainty and cautious decision-making, agribusiness leaders seemed more settled, measured, but ready to move…
More DetailsBy Managing Director Aaron Locker | Originally Published by Seed World The leadership conversation in agriculture has shifted. It’s no longer surprising that executive talent is in short supply—organizations are feeling the impact daily. The real question now is: What comes next? The companies shaping the future of ag aren’t…
More DetailsBy Managing Director Lisa Johnson and Managing Director, Leadership Services Sally Day When we arrived at this year’s Women in Agribusiness conference, we knew the conversations would be timely and important. What we didn’t expect was just how starkly the opening sessions would frame today’s challenges. The first day painted…
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