CEO Roundtable of BioAgTech Businesses

A defining moment at the Congress, the “CEO Roundtable of BioAgTech Businesses – Must-Win Battles to Capitalize on Opportunities while Managing and Mitigating the Risks and Challenges” brought together visionary leaders shaping the global BioAgTech landscape. Chaired by Ms. Amy O’Shea (CEO, Invaio Bio), the session featured dynamic perspectives from Mr. Adrian Ferrero (Co-Founder & CEO, Biome Makers, Spain), Mr. Carlos Forster (CEO, AlgaEnergy, Spain), Mr. Augusto Menesses (Global Head & Commercial Director, Sylvan Bio, Brazil), and Mr. Mritunjay Kumar (SVP & Business Head – Biologicals, PI Industries, India).

The dialogue focused on navigating the complexities of scaling sustainable agri-solutions while managing regulatory uncertainty, investment challenges, and market adoption. Panelists shared strategic insights on risk management, leadership agility, and long-term vision needed to accelerate the BioAgTech transition. The roundtable reinforced the need for bold leadership, science-backed solutions, and aligned global efforts to ensure the sector delivers on its promise for farmers, ecosystems, and future food security.