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David Davies
Founder of AgUnity • Digitising Smallholder Value Chains
David Davies is a seasoned professional with over three decades of experience in innovative applications design, particularly focused on technology's transformative opportunities.
As the Founder of AgUnity since 2016, his mission has been to empower underserved smallholder farmer cooperatives, leading the company through continual learning and adaptation to maximize impact.
With a background in senior roles at renowned financial institutions like Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, Nomura, and Standard Chartered Bank, David brings a unique combination of financial acumen and technological expertise to AgUnity.
Specializing in blockchain, cryptography, and decentralized data-sharing protocols for almost ten years, he is recognized internationally as a leading voice on leveraging technology for financial inclusion and trust in developing communities.
AgUnity's current vision revolves around 'Inclusive Agriculture Through Digital Empowerment,' reshaping the future of agriculture through innovative solutions that drive sustainable change and empower farmer cooperatives.
Their initiatives like the Management Information Hub, SuperApp, and Cropslist aim to enhance transparency, efficiency, fair trade, and market access for farmer communities worldwide.
AgUnity's impactful projects across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Pacific align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and involve collaborations with cooperatives, NGOs, and other organizations to bring about meaningful change in farmer livelihoods.
Acknowledged by major NGOs and universities, AgUnity's efforts have been commended for their positive effects on communities.
David Davies invites discussions on further amplifying technology's impact for the greater good within agriculture, welcoming collaborations and partnerships in this endeavor.