What if the very people we count on to keep our businesses running are the ones facing the greatest barriers to stability — and what if we’re unknowingly reinforcing those barriers? In this talk Daron Babcock draws on powerful lessons from his work at Bonton Farms and the Stand Together Foundation to challenge conventional thinking about poverty, work, and human potential. He’ll share stories and examples — including some from right here in Wichita — that show how new approaches to hiring, benefits, and community partnership can unlock both personal and economic transformation. This is a conversation for leaders ready to build businesses where people and profits thrive together.
Daron Babcock is a visionary leader, social entrepreneur, and founder of Bonton Farms, one of the largest urban farms in the United States, located in the heart of South Dallas. With a passion for disrupting cycles of poverty and creating lasting community transformation, Daron has launched multiple social ventures, including Bonton Honey Company, The Market at Bonton Farms, Bonton Farms Coffee House, The Preservatory, and CityBuild Housing. As the Director of Community Transformation at the Stand Together Foundation, Daron continues to inspire change across the nation. His work at Bonton Farms is about far more than agriculture—it’s a model for holistic community renewal, addressing food insecurity, housing, education, employment, and wellness. Known for challenging what’s possible, Daron is dedicated to helping marginalized communities rediscover dignity, purpose, and opportunity.
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