Agribusiness Seminar
Gather strategic insights from across the industry and globe.
Gather strategic insights from across the industry and globe.
Summary
Climate change, demands for water and other natural resources, armed conflict, the pandemic, trade tensions—these and many other forces are driving volatility and change across global and local food systems. In spite of these challenges, the current environment presents new possibilities for firms that can innovate, develop new strategies, deliver value, and build resilience.
For more than 60 years, business leaders from around the world have gathered for the Agribusiness Seminar at Harvard Business School (HBS) to deepen their understanding of the food and agriculture landscape, exchange perspectives, strengthen their networks, and cultivate ideas to shape this vital industry. In our upcoming seminar, you will explore current and future industry dynamics through the lens of a dozen new agribusiness case studies, developing insights that can help you build competitive advantage and drive growth in your own firm and career.
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Summary
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Climate change, demands for water and other natural resources, armed conflict, the pandemic, trade tensions—these and many other forces are driving volatility and change across global and local food systems. In spite of these challenges, the current environment presents new possibilities for firms that can innovate, develop new strategies, deliver value, and build resilience.
For more than 60 years, business leaders from around the world have gathered for the Agribusiness Seminar at Harvard Business School (HBS) to deepen their understanding of the food and agriculture landscape, exchange perspectives, strengthen their networks, and cultivate ideas to shape this vital industry. In our upcoming seminar, you will explore current and future industry dynamics through the lens of a dozen new agribusiness case studies, developing insights that can help you build competitive advantage and drive growth in your own firm and career.
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Understand the interconnectedness of the global food system and the implications for
your businessUnderstand the interconnectedness of the global food system and the implications for
your business
- Anticipate the impact of trends and risks in other geographies and industry segments
- Examine the effects of local and regional events on global supply chains, trade, geopolitics, and international business operations
- Manage risks and find opportunities arising from climate change, environmental pressures, and logistical challenges
- Identify ways to build the resilience and flexibility needed to thrive in an evolving industry
Explore ways that firms build differentiation and overcome cost pressureExplore ways that firms build differentiation and overcome cost pressure
- Defend against commodification and drive profitability through product and marketing innovation
- Design robust, reliable supply chains that enhance competitiveness and customer service
- Draw on customer input to create more responsive business models and offerings
- Improve decision-making and operational efficiency through better data
- Adapt internal processes, cultures, and communication strategies to attract the next generation of innovators and leaders
Expand your personal and professional networkExpand your personal and professional network
- Extend your network by connecting and working with accomplished executives from various backgrounds, agribusiness sectors, and countries across the globe
- Build relationships with a diverse group of peers who can provide wide-ranging insights into your business challenges and career decisions
Who Should Attend
- Current and rising leaders, ranging from senior executives in large multinational companies to heads of family businesses and agribusiness entrepreneurs, in all sectors of the industry
- Producers of crops and livestock
- Processors, traders, distributors, and marketers of agricultural commodities and food products
- Marketers of consumer-branded fresh and packaged food products
- Grocery retailers, restaurants, and foodservice distributors
- Manufacturers and distributors of agricultural inputs, supplies, and farm equipment
- Government agencies and nongovernment institutions focused on food, nutrition, farming, food security, agricultural trade policy, etc.
- Digital, biotechnology, and other technology players that shape the food, agriculture, and energy sectors
- Agribusiness-specialized investment and banking firms
Particularly appropriate for: Chairpersons, chief executive officers, presidents, managing directors, owners, and other company leaders who drive strategy for their firms.
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 3 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
- Current and rising leaders, ranging from senior executives in large multinational companies to heads of family businesses and agribusiness entrepreneurs, in all sectors of the industry
- Producers of crops and livestock
- Processors, traders, distributors, and marketers of agricultural commodities and food products
- Marketers of consumer-branded fresh and packaged food products
- Grocery retailers, restaurants, and foodservice distributors
- Manufacturers and distributors of agricultural inputs, supplies, and farm equipment
- Government agencies and nongovernment institutions focused on food, nutrition, farming, food security, agricultural trade policy, etc.
- Digital, biotechnology, and other technology players that shape the food, agriculture, and energy sectors
- Agribusiness-specialized investment and banking firms
Particularly appropriate for: Chairpersons, chief executive officers, presidents, managing directors, owners, and other company leaders who drive strategy for their firms.
Program for Leadership Development participants earn 3 PLDA Points on completion of this program.
Learning and Living at HBS
When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.
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Learning and Living at HBS
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When you participate in an Executive Education program on the HBS campus, you enter an immersive experience where every aspect of the learning model has been carefully designed to facilitate your growth. Your learning will take place on your own, in your living group, and in the larger classroom, driven by the renowned HBS case method.
Admissions Criteria and Process
Gather strategic insights from across the industry and globe.