☕️ESG Coffee Hour with Yi: AgriTech Founder in Africa transforming livelihoods for millions
Fri, May 19, 2023, 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM (EDT)
Chelsea (New York)
25 attendees
FullJoin fellow founders, investors, agtech and climate enthusiasts, and sustainable agriculture supporters for our upcoming FarmWorks Coffee Chat featuring Yi, Co-Founder and CEO of FarmWorks, Africa’s innovative climate-resilient regenerative agricultural ecosystem startup!
Backed by Acumen and leading Africa venture funds, FarmWorks is on a mission to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by empowering millions of small-holder farmers with climate-smart, sustainable farming practices and efficient market access. With 300+ employees, and 3000+ contract farmers, FarmWorks works with thousands of tons of fresh produce a month, feeding local communities as well as distributing into export markets.
Born and raised in China and studied in California, Yi worked as a management consultant in McKinsey’s US, China, and Kenya offices. She left her corporate life in the middle of covid to transform the agriculture sector in the country she loves.
Whether you're working in the impact investment space, or have a keen interest in sustainable farming and agtech, this event is the perfect opportunity to meet one of Africa’s most dedicated agricultural entrepreneurs and other likeminded professionals in NYC! Join us for a casual coffee chat and networking.
☕️ESG Coffee Hour with Yi: AgriTech Founder in Africa transforming livelihoods for millions
Hosts
Fri, May 19, 2023, 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM (EDT)
Chelsea (New York)
25 attendees
FullBacked by Acumen and leading Africa venture funds, FarmWorks is on a mission to revolutionize the agricultural landscape by empowering millions of small-holder farmers with climate-smart, sustainable farming practices and efficient market access. With 300+ employees, and 3000+ contract farmers, FarmWorks works with thousands of tons of fresh produce a month, feeding local communities as well as distributing into export markets.
Born and raised in China and studied in California, Yi worked as a management consultant in McKinsey’s US, China, and Kenya offices. She left her corporate life in the middle of covid to transform the agriculture sector in the country she loves.
Whether you're working in the impact investment space, or have a keen interest in sustainable farming and agtech, this event is the perfect opportunity to meet one of Africa’s most dedicated agricultural entrepreneurs and other likeminded professionals in NYC! Join us for a casual coffee chat and networking.