Global Impact Summit

2023 THRIVE
GLOBAL IMPACT
SUMMIT

In partnership with

THRIVE GLOBAL IMPACT SUMMIT

November 1 & 2, 2023
Hyatt Regency, Santa Clara, CA

Amidst the heightened urgency of the climate crisis, it is becoming increasingly clear that disruptive innovation holds the key to forging a future that’s sustainable, prosperous, inclusive, healthy, and equitable for all.

Mark your calendars for November 1st and 2nd, as we gather in the vibrant hub of Silicon Valley for this ground-breaking event alongside forward-thinking visionaries, entrepreneurs, investors and influential leaders from the realms of agriculture and food technology.

The THRIVE Global Impact Summit provides the platform to delve into innovative solutions and ignite transformative shifts within these sectors. Join us in shaping a sustainable future and embracing consequential innovation.

AGENDA

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 1

TIME

SESSION

5:30PM - 7:30PM

Pre-Summit Reception

Magnolia Room, Hyatt Regency, Santa Clara, CA

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 2

MORNING

TIME

SESSION

8:00AM

Registration & Networking

9:00AM

Event Opening

JJ Ramberg, Emcee
Founder Goodpods, National TV Host

9:05AM

Opening Remarks

John Hartnett, Founder & CEO SVG Ventures|THRIVE

9:15AM

Opening Keynote

Anantha Desikan, CTO, ICL Group

9:30AM

Fireside Chat:

Anantha Desikan, CTO, ICL Group
JJ Ramberg, Founder Goodpods, National TV Host

9:45AM

The Race to Net Zero: What agri-food can learn from other industries

Hugh Bromley, Sustainable Agriculture Research Manager, Bloomberg NEF

9:55AM

The Nexus of Energy & Agriculture, an opportunity for collaboration?

Moderator: Hugh Bromley
Laura Kilcrease, CEO, Alberta Innovates
Don Smith, Petroleum & Innovation, UFA

10:25AM

Controlled Environment Ag: Navigating Choppy Waters

Arama Kukutai, CEO, Plenty

10:35AM

BREAK & NETWORKING

11:05AM

Climate Smart Agriculture: Where could we be by 2030?

Moderator: Danny O'Brien, Managing Director EMEA & Global Programs, SVG Ventures|THRIVE
Walt Duflock, VP of Innovation, Western Growers
Tannis Thorlakson, Director of Sustainability, Driscolls
Jessica Christiansen, Head of Sustainability, Bayer Crop Science
Arthur Chen, Founder & CEO, Verdi

11:35AM

The Global Impact Journey: How collaboration can speed up change

Fireside Chat
John Hartnett, Founder & CEO SVG Ventures|THRIVE
Dr. Peter Eckes, President R&D & Regulatory at BASF

11:55AM

AgTech Investor Perspective – What to expect in 2024

Moderator: Aidan Connolly, President Agritech Capital
PJ Amini, Senior Director of Venture Investments, Leaps by Bayer
Greg Young, Venture Partner, SVG Ventures|THRIVE Sarabeth Brockley, Lead Advisor Carbon Markets & ESG, Nasdaq

AFTERNOON

TIME

SESSION

12:25PM

LUNCH BREAK & NETWORKING

1:25PM

Back to the Future: Will AI help us turn back the clock on emissions?

Keynote: Ranveer Chandra, MD for Research & Industry and CTO for Agri-Food at Microsoft

1:35PM

Balancing Food Security & Emissions: The new era for crop nutrition

Moderator: JJ Ramberg, Founder Goodpods, National TV host
Raj Kundra, VP Impact Investing, WWFUS
Jordan Giali, Manager Partnerships & Ecosystem, XPRIZE
Steve Coulter, SVP, Koch Agronomic Services

2:05PM

Scaling Growth & Impact: Spotlight on THRIVE Top 50 companies leading the charge

Moderator: Sean Paquet, Corporate Innovation Manager, SVG Ventures|THRIVE
Anna Rath, CEO, Vestaron
Naveen Sikka, CEO Terviva
Jim Ethington, CEO, Arable

2:35PM

BREAK & NETWORKING

3:05PM

Global Impact Challenge Recap by THRIVE

3:15PM

Global Impact Awards

-Soil Health Introduction & Perspective
-Announce Soil Health Finalists & Winner
-Soil Health Winner Pitch

3:25PM

-Food Security Introduction & Perspective
-Announce Food Security Finalists & Winner
-Food Security Winner Pitch

3:35PM

-GHG Emissions Introduction & Perspective
-Announce GHG Emissions Finalists & Winner
-GHG Emissions Winner Pitch

3:45PM

-Water Mgmt Introduction & Perspective
-Announce Water Mgmt Finalists & Winner
-Water Mgmt Winner Pitch

3:55PM

Announce People’s Choice Award Winner

Announce Female Founder Award Winner

Announce Overall Winner

4:05PM

Winner Photos

4:10PM

Closing Remarks

4:15PM

POST SUMMIT RECEPTION & NETWORKING

FOCUS AREAS

Soil health & Bio-diversity

The focal point of soil health and biodiversity revolves around critical importance of nurturing and preserving the health and diversity of our soil ecosystems. This focus area seeks innovative solutions that promote sustainable agricultural practices, soil conservation, and the enhancement of soil fertility. By addressing soil health and diversity, we can ensure long-term food security, enhance biodiversity, and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Increasing food security

The heightened focus on food security aims to address the urgent challenge of sustainably feeding an expanding global population. This area seeks solutions that address issues such as efficient resource utilization, climate-resilient agriculture, advanced farming techniques, and food waste reduction. By increasing food security, we can alleviate hunger, improve livelihoods, and foster sustainable development worldwide.

Reducing and offsetting GHG emissions

The focus on emission reduction and offsetting revolves around combatting climate change through the promotion of innovative solutions that actively contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and offsetting carbon footprints. This area seeks technologies and strategies that support the transition to a low-carbon economy, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, carbon capture and storage, and sustainable transportation. By tackling emissions, we can mitigate climate change's adverse effects and create a more sustainable future.

Water management & quality

The Water Management & Quality focus area addresses the crucial need for sustainable water management and the preservation of water resources. It seeks solutions that ensure efficient water usage, enhance water quality, and support access to clean water for all. This area encompasses technologies and practices related to water conservation, water treatment, wastewater management, and water monitoring. By prioritizing water management and quality, we can safeguard ecosystems, protect human health, and promote equitable access to this precious resource.