Key Takeaways:
- S2G Investments has appointed Grant Leslie as Operating Partner, Government & Policy, to strengthen its engagement with regulatory and policy frameworks across its portfolio.
- Leslie brings nearly 15 years of experience at FGS Global, where she served as Global Head of the Food Team, advising clients on advocacy and policy strategy.
- She previously served as Senior Advisor to Secretary Tom Vilsack at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), overseeing policy coordination on the Farm Bill, nutrition, and rural development.
- At S2G Investments, Leslie will help portfolio companies navigate complex regulations and align private innovation with public policy to advance sustainable growth.
- The appointment highlights S2G’s ongoing focus on bridging private capital and government collaboration in food, agriculture, energy, and oceans.
S2G Investments Strengthens Policy Expertise with Appointment of Grant Leslie
S2G Investments, a multi-stage investment firm supporting innovation across food and agriculture, energy, and oceans, has announced the appointment of Grant Leslie as Operating Partner, Government & Policy.
In this role, Leslie will help S2G’s portfolio companies manage evolving regulatory environments and strengthen collaboration between private-sector innovators and public institutions.
“We are focused on supporting innovation that strengthens the backbone of the U.S. economy, from farmers and energy providers to the infrastructure and markets that connect them,” said Sanjeev Krishnan, Managing Partner at S2G Investments. “Grant brings the experience and perspective needed to help our companies navigate regulation, access new opportunities, and compete globally.”
Policy and S2G's Capital Alignment in Highly Regulated Sectors
The industries in which S2G Investments operates — food, agriculture, energy, and oceans — are among the most policy-sensitive areas of the global economy. The firm views policy as both a core component of its investment approach and a driver of value creation.
By integrating public policy considerations into its underwriting and portfolio management processes, S2G aims to align private investment with national economic resilience and innovation goals. Leslie’s addition further enhances the firm’s ability to engage constructively with policymakers and regulatory agencies on issues central to growth and sustainability.
Grant Leslie’s Background in Food and Agricultural Policy
Before joining S2G Investments, Leslie served nearly 15 years at FGS Global, where she led the firm’s Food Team and advised clients — including S2G — on advocacy, communications, and policy strategies across the food and agriculture landscape.
Her career also includes significant public sector experience. As Senior Advisor to Secretary Tom Vilsack at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Leslie oversaw interagency coordination on key initiatives such as the Farm Bill, renewable energy, rural development, and agricultural trade. Earlier, she worked for a decade in the U.S. Senate, gaining firsthand insight into legislative processes shaping national agriculture and energy policy.
Driving Innovation and Competitiveness Across Sectors
At S2G Investments, Leslie will work with portfolio companies to develop practical policy strategies that enhance competitiveness and scalability in highly regulated markets. Her work will focus on bridging economic growth with regulatory compliance, ensuring that innovation in food, energy, and ocean industries advances within a framework of sustainability and efficiency.
“By aligning capital, innovation, and thoughtful policy engagement, S2G Investments is helping operators move faster, reduce risk, and compete globally in industries that are central to our economy,” said Grant Leslie. “I look forward to pairing S2G’s sector experience with proactive policy strategy to help businesses bring new solutions to market.”
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