In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, Alicia Castillo Holley sits down with Connie Bowen, a visionary leader reshaping the future of agriculture and work. Connie is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Farmhand Ventures, an innovative organization dedicated to empowering workers and entrepreneurs in agriculture through venture funding and practical support. With a rich background that includes roles at agrifoodtech accelerators, venture capital firms, and startups, Connie brings a unique, worker-centered approach to agricultural innovation. Her work focuses on building more equitable, human-centered solutions that connect people, technology, and sustainability.

During the conversation, Alicia and Connie discuss the critical challenges facing the agricultural workforce today and how Farmhand Ventures is building a new ecosystem to support skilled workers and emerging entrepreneurs. Connie shares her insights on why the current narrative around automation and innovation often overlooks the most important part of agriculture: people. She explains how her organization identifies opportunities to invest in businesses that honor workers' dignity, creates sustainable value chains, and bridges the gap between tradition and technology. The discussion also highlights the importance of accessible pathways for workers to become business owners and the need for funders to rethink how they approach impact and investment in the food system.

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https://www.farmhandventures.com/

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