Katrin Burt

Katrin Burt is a prominent figure in the food and agriculture investment sector, currently serving as a Board Member at Gousto and as the Managing Partner at Grosvenor Food & AgTech. Her professional journey includes extensive experience in venture capital and corporate investments, particularly in the agriculture and food technology domains.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Board Member at Gousto, where she contributes to the company's mission of providing convenient meal solutions while promoting sustainability.
• Previous Experience:
  • Joined Grosvenor Food & AgTech in 2019 as an Executive Director, focusing on innovative investment strategies in the food sector.
  • Former Managing Director at Syngenta Ventures, where she was involved in corporate venture capital for five years.
  • Worked with HSBC in various trading and business development roles prior to her venture capital career.

Education

Katrin holds multiple degrees:

• MA in Mathematics from Somerville College, University of Oxford.
• Executive MBA from Duke University.
• MSc in Microsystems and Nanotechnology from Cranfield University.

Vision and Impact

Katrin advocates for the role of entrepreneurs and technological innovation in addressing global challenges related to food production and environmental sustainability. Her insights into the agricultural sector emphasize improving efficiency and reducing waste, aligning with Gousto's commitment to minimizing food waste and carbon emissions through its recipe box offerings.123

Her leadership at Gousto is part of a broader trend within the company to enhance its impact on both consumer health and environmental sustainability, reflecting her belief that the food sector can lead significant positive changes.24