Dennis Levine is a visionary leader at the intersection of climate resilience, food security, and sustainable innovation. As the Founder & CEO of Water Garden Farms (WGF), he is spearheading a transformation in agriculture by pioneering distributed, AI-driven, low-cost indoor precision farming – a revolutionary blueprint for systemic change in global food production.

At WGF, Dennis is not just growing crops; he is cultivating a sustainable future. His work is driven by the urgent need to address climate change, resource scarcity, and food insecurity through scalable and profitable solutions. By integrating cutting-edge technology with innovative agrifacturing and smart logistics, WGF is redefining industry standards in decarbonization, water conservation, and circular economy principles. This approach delivers not only the maximum return on investment to consumers, retailers, and stakeholders but also a profound impact on planetary health.

Dennis’s commitment to climate action and environmental stewardship extends far beyond WGF. He has been a recognized thought leader at COP29, the World Climate Summit, the United Nations, and global forums such as Gulfood and the Food for Future Summit, where he advocates for climate finance, regenerative agriculture, and water resilience. His insights have influenced policymakers, investors, and innovators alike, reinforcing the critical role of private-sector leadership in tackling the climate crisis.

Before founding WGF, Dennis was a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, private equity firms, and global investors. Over a distinguished career spanning some of Wall Street’s most influential financial institutions, including Drexel, Burnham, Lambert, Lehman Brothers, and Citibank, he orchestrated multi-billion-dollar transactions that reshaped industries. However, his passion for leveraging capital markets to drive sustainable impact led him to shift his focus toward climate-conscious investing and regenerative food systems.

With over five decades of experience, Dennis brings a rare fusion of financial acumen and environmental advocacy. His work embodies a fundamental belief: a sustainable and equitable future requires bold action, innovative models, and collective collaboration.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Dennis and his wife, Laurie, have shared 48 years of marriage and a deep-rooted commitment to environmental and social responsibility. Together with their two adult children, they champion a vision for a world where economic success and planetary health are not at odds but inherently aligned.