Ryan Edwards

Ryan Edwards is a dedicated agri-food innovation leader with over two decades of international experience. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of Naked Innovations, a company focused on transforming the global food system by fostering collaboration and future-ready innovation. His work involves empowering startups, corporates, governments, and non-profits to create a sustainable and equitable food future. nakedinnovations+4

With a strong background in marketing and leadership, Ryan spent 10 years at Cargill, where he served as European Marketing & Innovation Leader. His experience there, dealing with the complexities of global supply chains and sustainability challenges in the agri-food industry, motivated him to pursue more impactful entrepreneurial ventures. agrifoodinnovation+3

Ryan is a venture builder and ecosystem creator, having co-founded three agri-food impact startups. He has designed and implemented 7 Living Labs, 4 startup accelerators, and 3 incubators, through which over 550 impact startups have graduated. He also advises several organizations, including BeAI Foundation, FATE - Food & Tech Europe, and Food Tech Congress, demonstrating his commitment to shaping the future of food technology and responsible AI application in the sector. agrifoodinnovation+2

He is also an experienced educator and trainer, having lectured in MBA programs on Leadership, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship at EU Business School and worked as a Leadership Trainer, Facilitator, and Consultant at Corporate Learning Solutions plc. His approach emphasizes enabling deep connections and discoveries through self-reflection and peer work in his training sessions. corporate-learning-solutions