Agriculture
& Agribusiness
About Us
We work with companies, investors, and donors to overcome the challenges of investing in agriculture to ensure food security while creating financial and ecological resilience.
From primary production through processing, packaging, and retail – CrossBoundary Advisory knows the challenges of investing at each stage of the agricultural production process.
Our extensive network of investment professionals across underserved markets combines local and regional agricultural industry knowledge, with an understanding of the binding constraints that prevent capital from flowing into these markets. We utilize blended finance structures and data analytics tools to overcome barriers to ensure food security while driving financial and ecological resilience.
Who We Work With
Our team supports clients to develop and fund high-impact projects in a complex and evolving market
Who We Work With
Venture Capital and Ag-Tech
We support venture capital funds and ag-tech companies in identifying growth opportunities and pathways to scale
Farmland and Agribusiness
We support capital-intensive agribusinesses and private equity investors to create effective capital stacks that enable growth and efficient production
Foundations and Government
We support foundations and government agencies in mobilizing private capital to overcome binding constraints to market development
Fund Managers and Investors
We design and structure blended finance funds and mechanisms to unlock private capital for agriculture in underserved markets
Highlighted Engagements
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Burkina FasoIdentification of investment opportunities in the fonio value chain in West Africa
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Democratic Republic of CongoCapital Raise for a Pioneering Coffee & Cocoa Cooperative in DRC
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Democratic Republic of CongoMarket Analysis and Fundraising for a Kenyan Ag Packaging Giant
Insights
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CrossBoundary Advisory12.08.2024BlogStrengthening Ghana’s youth-led farming ventures through the BRIDGE-in Agriculture program
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CrossBoundary Advisory20.06.2024BlogAfrican agriculture’s next frontier: leveraging Black Soldier Fly models for improved food security
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Innovation Lab23.03.2023White paperProductive uses of energy in African agriculture could reduce poverty
Our Team
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Bamako, Mali
West Africa AdvisoryCrossBoundary AdvisoryManaging DirectorMarcos Sampablo Lauro
Marcos has an MBA from INSEAD and a Master of…Marcos has an MBA from INSEAD and a Master of International Relations from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), where he studied as a Fulbright Scholar.… -
Austin, TX, USA
US Underserved MarketsCrossBoundary AdvisoryManaging Director, Head of US Underserved MarketsNathan Kelly
Nathan Kelly is CrossBoundary’s Head of US Underserved Markets. He…Nathan Kelly is CrossBoundary’s Head of US Underserved Markets. He is a trusted advisor to government agencies, impact investors, commercial investors, conservation NGOs, and foundations. Prior to his role as… -
Nairobi, Kenya
East Africa AdvisoryCrossBoundary AdvisoryAssociate PrincipalBenjamin Munyao
Benjamin is CrossBoundary Advisory’s Deputy Head of East Africa Advisory.…Benjamin is CrossBoundary Advisory’s Deputy Head of East Africa Advisory. Prior to CrossBoundary, Benjamin worked with General Electric (GE) East Africa in Nairobi, BioTherm Energy in Johannesburg, and the Excelsior… -
Conakry, Guinea
West Africa AdvisoryCrossBoundary AdvisoryManaging DirectorFanta Conde
Fanta co-leads CrossBoundary’s West Africa Investment Advisory team. She has…Fanta co-leads CrossBoundary’s West Africa Investment Advisory team. She has an MBA from The Wharton School and completed her undergraduate degree in Finance with a minor in Spanish at the… -
London, UK
Central & Eastern EuropeCrossBoundary AdvisoryManaging DirectorScott Richards
Scott Richards is a Managing Director at CrossBoundary, leading Eastern…Scott Richards is a Managing Director at CrossBoundary, leading Eastern Europe advisory and co-leading global fintech & financials advisory. Prior to CrossBoundary, Scott led the financial institutions and fintech private… -
Bogota, Colombia
LAC AdvisoryCrossBoundary AdvisoryManaging Director, Head of LAC AdvisoryJonathan Duarte
Jonathan oversees the advisory of over $250M worth of engagements…Jonathan oversees the advisory of over $250M worth of engagements in Latin America and the Caribbean across multiple industries such as Financial Services, Renewable Energy, Agriculture, and others. He has…
