Disruption in business and the workplace

Melissa Clark-Reynolds
Company Director, Futurist, Serial technology entrepreneur

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  Melissa's expertise is in innovation and the future of food and agriculture

  • Globally consumers are eating less meat and this trend is likely for dairy products, but success of boutique retailers is evidence that quality is valued.
  • High-value ingredients and products are thriving, e.g. cosmetics and anti-aging supplements and functional food markets.
  • Transition towards new markets would see a mix of commodity and high-value business models. New skills, leadership and support are required to develop those new models.

Key trends in business and management

Joan Baker
Company Director, Business Consultant, Author

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  Joan's expertise is in planning for the future and people achieving excellence

  • The pace of change in business is predicted to increase from steady to exponential.
  • Take continuous small steps now in the direction of where we need to be to attract and retain talented people.
  • A workplace that really empowers young people will create some of those small steps which will lead to big changes.