Sebastian Pedraza is the Latin America Country Coordinator of Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPARD) and the Chair of the YPARD Board. He shares his experiences both growing up in a rural environment and now working with rural youth to give them opportunities and a voice in their futures.

Agnes Johan, Head of Blended Finance at Rabo Partnerships, shares why food systems must become a global priority and the surprising progress emerging market banks are making on sustainability. From her roots in agricultural economics to her passion for blended finance, she offers a grounded, hopeful vision for impactful change.

Ines Rocha, Regional Director for Europe at IFC, shares what keeps her up at night—from the war in Ukraine to climate-driven disasters—and why, despite the challenges, she remains hopeful about the momentum for change. Hear how private sector innovation and collective global action are shaping a more sustainable future.