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Rob Ward Email & Phone Number
Chief Executive Officer
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Vitagri.Org
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@itsfresh.com
2 phones found area 777
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Rob Ward is listed as Chief Executive Officer at Vitagri.Org, based in London, England, United Kingdom. AeroLeads shows a work email signal at itsfresh.com, phone signal with area code 777, and a matched LinkedIn profile for Rob Ward.
Rob Ward previously worked as Chief Executive Officer at Agaricus Robotics Ltd and Chief Executive Officer at It'S Fresh!. Rob Ward holds Bgp, Business Growth Programme from Cranfield School Of Management.
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About Rob Ward
‘I am Industry Freak’With real, practical high-level experience from Farming to CPG Retail. My farming roots are probably why I have a reputation for straight-talking, resourceful and pragmatic approach to quickly solving problems, with a proven history in creating and building ground breaking businesses.Over 30 years in leadership, growing, investing & exiting AgriFoodTech & food industry businesses – Businesses using innovations and new technologies to transform the agriculture supply chain from food production to consumption. As a Nuffield Food & Farming Scholar, I have a global perspective and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the food and farming industry. My mission is to enable farming and food businesses to fulfil their potential for the future and to create positive social and environmental impact.As the CEO of Agaricus Robotics Ltd, a breakthrough innovation company developing and commercialising robotic mushroom harvesting solutions. I was responsible for the company's overall strategy, operations, and fundraising, as well as building and leading a diverse and talented team. I leverage my extensive network and expertise in the AgriFoodTech sector to generate new business opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations. I also oversee the product development and customer service processes, ensuring that we deliver high-quality and customer-led products and services that meet the market demand and generate a return on investment.Skills:✔️Strategy Formulation & Execution ✔️Transformation / Change Management ✔️Creating & Developing Operational Infrastructure ✔️Risk Management / Governance ✔️Financial Management ✔️Investment & Fundraising (Seed to Series A) ✔️People Management / Leadership ✔️Mentoring & Coaching to Board Level ✔️Stakeholder Relationship Management ✔️Investor Relations ✔️Business Development / Sales & Marketing ✔️Keynote Speaker / Media & Press Relations ✔️ESG / Sustainability ✔️New Product Development / Solution Design
Listed skills include Food Industry, Retail Design, Product Development, Food, and 46 others.
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15 roles · 33 years
Rob Ward work experience
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Chief Executive Officer
Break-through innovation in robotic mushroom harvesting
Dec 2023 - Nov 2024
Chief Executive Officer
Jan 2022 - Oct 2023
Dealmaker
Sep 2020 - Mar 2022
Ceo & Founder
At ForwardFood.Tech, we discover and work with international entrepreneurs from transformative brands who have defendable innovations and technologies in the Agriculture & Food Tech markets.We help these entrepreneurs scale-up by developing their business models with expert advice and introduction to our wide investor network. Our goal is to help build the.
May 2019 - Mar 2022
Chief Executive Officer
May 2019 - Mar 2022
Director
Now inviting investors to join us in high potential SEIS FMCG food & drink UK brands. Be part of the future talent in this market. Message me to find more:
Feb 2017 - Mar 2022
Co-Founder
We love discovering the new and exciting food & drink brands. It's tough out there and thanks to our amazing community of existing, successful brands, talented service suppliers, and enthusiastic trade buyers - We, together, can beat the odds....more about Grocery Accelerator Ltd:We are the UK's leading provider of investment funding, coaching and.
Mar 2014 - Mar 2020
Commercial Director
Apr 2020 - Nov 2021
Tablecrowd Food Entrepreneur Abassador
Helping food & drink businesses network & connect with inspirational entrepreneurial speakers. If you're interested in hearing more, message me.
Nov 2018 - Apr 2020
Judge Food World Innovation Awards
Ife 2019
Dec 2018 - May 2019
Food Businesses And Professionals Information And Networking
Leading Food Business Network focused on growing their profitability. Rob Ward 1-2-1 Mentoring, Group Workshops and conference speaking, Rob will focus on helping you to grow your business with new products and customers.
Jan 2008 - Jan 2015
Food Marketing
Bidwells Food Marketing:Connecting food businesses to consumers - direct or indirect, food businesses need to understand how to make this connection, Rob specialises in making this happen.Retail design - either actual or virtual storesBrand building - to make that connectionProduct development - taking an idea and bringing it to market.
Jan 2008 - Dec 2009
Director
Green Fields Food Retail
Rob, original founder of this award winning, premium food retail store. In store or online, Green Fields has a predominately locally sourced range. Focused on high-end fresh food that set the standard. Sales per square metre are one of the highest in its market. Green Fields manages to be discerning without being pretentious.
1999 - Apr 2009
Partner
Lubstree Park Farm
National supplier to UK Supermarkets. Soft fruit production - main clients: M&S and TESCO.
1993 - 1999
~6 yrs
5 education records
Rob Ward education
Bgp, Business Growth Programme
Cranfield School Of Management
Business Enterprises Ba (Hons), Business Studies And Entrepreneurism
University Of Wolverhampton
Travel Scholarship, International Business
Nuffield Food & Farming Scholarship
Amba, Food Marketing
Harper Adams University
High School, O'Levels And A'Levels
Millfield School, Street, Somerset, England
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What company does Rob Ward work for?
Rob Ward works for Vitagri.Org.
What is Rob Ward's role at Vitagri.Org?
Rob Ward is listed as Chief Executive Officer at Vitagri.Org.
What is Rob Ward's email address?
AeroLeads has found 1 work email signal at @itsfresh.com for Rob Ward at Vitagri.Org.
What is Rob Ward's phone number?
AeroLeads has found 2 phone signal(s) with area code 777 for Rob Ward at Vitagri.Org.
Where is Rob Ward based?
Rob Ward is based in London, England, United Kingdom while working with Vitagri.Org.
What companies has Rob Ward worked for?
Rob Ward has worked for Vitagri.Org, Agaricus Robotics Ltd, It'S Fresh!, Department For International Trade (Dit), and Forward Food .Tech.
How can I contact Rob Ward?
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What schools did Rob Ward attend?
Rob Ward holds Bgp, Business Growth Programme from Cranfield School Of Management.
What skills is Rob Ward known for?
Rob Ward is listed with skills including Food Industry, Retail Design, Product Development, Food, Supply Chain Management, Food Service, Meat, and Food Safety.
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