Mary Shelman is an internationally recognised thought leader on global agribusiness, food system transformation, and the future of food.
Formerly Director of Harvard Business School’s Agribusiness Program, she has advised companies, governments, investors, and industry organisations worldwide on the forces reshaping the food system, from resource constraints and technological innovation to evolving consumer expectations and shifting competitive dynamics.
As Founder of Shelman Group, Mary helps leaders across the Food & Agriculture value chain translate complex global trends into practical strategies for long-term growth, resilience, and competitiveness.
A frequent keynote speaker, moderator, and industry expert, Mary brings a practical, systems-level perspective to conversations about how food, agriculture, nutrition, and business strategy intersect.
Hosted by the KHNI and moderated by Mary Shelman, founder of the Shelman Group, this session brought together Wolfram Schlenker, the Ray A. Goldberg Professor of the Global Food System at Harvard University, and Juan Aguiriano, Group Head of Marketing and Sustainability at Kerry. The discussion examined how climate shocks, environmental pressures, and geopolitical…
