Leaders on a Mission - Andy Ziolkowski, Co-Founder& Managing Partner, Cultivian Sandbox, Episode 20

In todays episode I am joined by Andy Ziolkowski, one of the early pioneers of venture investment within the AgriFoodTech markets. Andy shares the early influence and the core foundation of hard-working values through the influence of his family immigration to America. Andy outlines the epiphany that started him in a career in venture investing, the importance of connections and meetings that opened doors for him throughout his career. He speaks about the key influence, and working closely under the tutelage of the famous Jack Whitehead, and how came to specialize in food and ag investing. He outlined some the challenges in closing the first fund during the middle of the great financial crisis, and the delicate balancing act that a venture investor plays.  He spoke about the changing needs of the consumer, and the specific areas of investment that excite him. He spoke about his personal mission and contribution towards feeding the growing world’s population