Through uncertain times in agriculture, the best leaders rise to the top when they put people first and show up when the path forward isn’t clear.Elizabeth Galbraith, Professional Development Program Manager at BASF and the 2025 AFA Bridge Builder Award recipient, joins The Cultivating Leaders Podcast to share why investing in relationships is the true competitive advantage in agriculture and leadership. From growing up on a Maryland dairy farm to mentoring early-career professionals across the ag industry, Elizabeth reflects on how believing in people, embracing uncertainty, and leading with authenticity can shape careers and cultures.Elizabeth gets real about: Building bridges: why leadership is about making the path easier for those who come after you Embracing the gray: navigating uncertainty, change, and complexity without losing your sense of purpose Knowing yourself as a leader: why self-awareness, boundaries, and emotional regulation are powerfulThis episode will remind you that progress in agriculture depends just as much on human connection as it does on innovation.Want to hear more from Elizabeth? Check out her blog here!Connect with Elizabeth Connect on LinkedIn Follow BASF on LinkedIn Visit their websiteConnect with AFA Follow us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Follow us on TikTok Visit our WebsiteAbout The Cultivating Leaders PodcastReal stories. Practical advice. Tangible growth. Join The Cultivating Leaders Podcast, brought to you by Agriculture Future of America, as we explore what it takes to lead in food, agriculture, and beyond.  Whether you’re just starting out or leading at the highest level, this podcast is your go-to resource for leadership that matters. Listen now and start cultivating your leadership journey.Don’t forget to follow/subscribe so you never miss another episode!

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