Arama Kukutai

Arama Kukutai is the Chief Executive Officer of Plenty®, an indoor vertical farming technology company. He is a seasoned entrepreneur and agritech leader with over 25 years of experience in agriculture, investment, and sustainability.13

Professional Background:

• CEO of Plenty since January 20225
• Co-founder and Partner at Finistere Ventures13
• Previously served as executive chairman of PKW Farms in New Zealand, Australia, and Asia1

Personal Details:

• Of New Zealand Māori descent, with affiliations to Waikato, Maniapoto, and Te Aupōuri iwi (tribes)3
• Actively involved in indigenous land and economic development
• Holds law and business/agronomy degrees from Victoria University of Wellington3

Career Highlights:

• Has been an investor in Plenty and on its Board of Directors since September 20161
• Led New Zealand's Trade & Investment agency in North America1
• Focuses on advancing vertical farming technology and sustainable agriculture24

Kukutai is committed to transforming agriculture through technology, with a vision of creating sustainable, intelligent farms that deliver healthy, pesticide-free produce with premium flavor.4