2026 Women of Influence
Honoring the women shaping the food industry
For 21 years, we have honored the outstanding women shaping the food industry, from executives and innovators to mentors and community leaders. This year’s honorees represent a wide range of roles, backgrounds and regions.
Meet the 2026 Women of Influence
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2026 Women of InfluenceKirti Mutatkar
President/CEO, UnitedAg
Read MoreKirti Mutatkar is a visionary leader whose impact across the food and agriculture industry is transformative and human centered. In her current role, she has consistently delivered results by advancing innovative healthcare solutions that improve access, affordability and quality of care for agricultural employers and their workforce.
Under her leadership, UnitedAg has expanded access to care to more than 55,000 agricultural workers and their families, opened seven regional health and wellness centers and extended care nationally and across borders through strategic partnerships with Blue Shield and the SAIN Mexico Health Network.
Mutatkar is recognized for her authentic and empowering leadership style. She cultivates a culture grounded in purpose, collaboration and growth, developing high-performing teams and inspiring others to lead with confidence and intention. Her commitment to elevating women in agriculture is exemplified through the WomenAg Leadership Academy, which she founded to provide a supportive, judgment-free space for connection, development and advancement.
A respected industry leader, Mutatkar also has served as a past board member of AgSafe and as past chair of the Health Care Administrators Association, reflecting her influence in advancing best practices across healthcare and agriculture. Her civic and philanthropic efforts further demonstrate her dedication to community health, education and food security.