To Be Intentional is Human with Emily Negrin

The Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast

Emily Negrin is Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Inari, the SEEDesign™ company leveraging A.I. and multiplex gene editing technology with plants to meet the food system needs of the future. Her broad food and agriculture experience helps Emily foster relationships with stakeholders across the value chain to bring forward sustainable solutions from Inari.

Her award-winning work is backed by 20 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, communications and marketing with a focus on the agriculture industry. Fom campaigns that connect consumers to the farms that help put food on their tables, to making cutting-edge technology more understandable throughout the value chain, Emily has built her career around fostering relationships and breaking down complexities.

Summary:

Emily discusses the importance of being intentional in leadership and how it relates to being human. She emphasizes the need for leaders to create a genuine and inclusive culture within their organizations. Emily also shares her experiences in overcoming hurdles as a leader and the importance of vulnerability in building strong teams. She highlights the significance of supporting and empowering team members to achieve their goals. Emily also touches on the challenges of balancing work and personal life and the importance of self-care.

Key Takeaways:

1. Being intentional in leadership means being human and creating a genuine and inclusive culture.
2. Leaders should involve their team members in defining the company culture to create a sense of ownership and connection.
3. It is important for leaders to be vulnerable and honest about challenges and mistakes to create a safe space for their team members.
4. Supporting and empowering team members to achieve their goals leads to personal and professional growth.
5. Balancing work and personal life requires open communication and understanding between partners.

Quotes:

• "Being intentional is about being human and focusing on how to be a good human." - Emily
• "Success isn't about never failing, it's about always getting back up." - Emily
• "Everyone's probably trying their best, and if you can help them be their best, you're both going to win." - Emily