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Kristi Knaack Riordan
Co-Founder at Harvest B
Kristi Knaack Riordan is the Co-Founder and CEO of Harvest B, a company focused on innovative solutions in the agri-business sector. She has been instrumental in building and scaling businesses that aim to redefine their respective categories, particularly in the context of new economy models that promote societal betterment.
Professional Background
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Harvest B (2020 - Present): As Co-Founder, she leads initiatives aimed at enhancing the agricultural landscape, particularly through sustainable practices and plant-based products.
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Flatiron School (2014 - 2020): Before her current role, Kristi served as the Global Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director for the APAC region at Flatiron School, where she played a key role in its rapid expansion and eventual acquisition by WeWork.
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Gerson Lehrman Group (2004 - 2014): In her decade-long tenure, she led various growth initiatives and developed new product offerings.
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The Blackstone Group and KPMG: Kristi began her career in finance and consulting, which provided her with a strong foundation in business operations.
Education
Kristi holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Iowa State University and has completed Juris Doctorate programs at Drake University Law School and Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed the Company Directors Course at the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Recent Recognition
In July 2023, Kristi received the Excellence in Manufacturing Award at the Women in Industry Gala, highlighting her contributions to the industry and her leadership at Harvest B.123
