Chris Erickson has served for the past 20 years as an advisor to leading investors, private equity groups, and sovereign wealth funds in the food and agriculture and sustainability space. During this time, he worked on over $4 bn in deal flow – assisting start-ups and established companies/funds refine their strategies and has significantly enhanced their market connectivity. Most recently, Chris served as senior advisor to a Middle East Sovereign Wealth Fund, designing their national food security strategy. Chris serves on the board of several International Agribusiness companies. Chris began his career in the US Army as an Armor Officer. Chris earned his Bachelor’s Degree at the Boston College Carroll School of Management.