The AgriNext Conference is excited to announce that Connor Harbison, the founder of Atlas Urban Farms, will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming event, taking place on November 13-14, 2024, in Dubai. Harbison’s innovative work in vertical farming and his passion for transforming food production will provide invaluable insights to attendees looking to revolutionise the agricultural landscape.
About Connor Harbison
Connor Harbison is the visionary founder of Atlas Urban Farms, an award-winning vertical farming startup that is at the forefront of reshaping the future of food production. The company offers a groundbreaking approach to culinary practices, enabling chefs to grow fresher and more flavorful ingredients directly on-site through advanced vertical farming systems. This unique methodology allows culinary professionals to cultivate produce with exceptional quality and freshness, enhancing their culinary creations with hyper-local, sustainably grown ingredients.
Atlas Urban Farms encompasses a comprehensive ecosystem that integrates both hardware and software products, seamlessly connecting the entire food supply chain into kitchens and food labs. This innovation not only supports chefs in sourcing superior ingredients but also promotes sustainable practices in food production. As the demand for fresh, local produce continues to rise, Harbison's work exemplifies the future of sustainable agriculture and culinary excellence.
Connor Harbison holds an MBA from the F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business at Babson College. Before founding Atlas Urban Farms, he demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit by leading a startup accelerator through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, launching a software startup, and serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA member, where he played a pivotal role in aiding underserved communities in business development.
About AgriNext Conference
The AgriNext Conference aims to bring together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss the future of agriculture and explore sustainable practices. Harbison’s expertise in vertical farming and commitment to culinary innovation will undoubtedly inspire attendees and encourage the adoption of new technologies in food production.