Senior executive with experience in domestic and international marketing, greenhouse gas reduction project development and registration, technology negotiation/acquisition, strategic planning, financial management, product development, market research, competitive intelligence and long-term predictive market modeling. Proven leadership skills in operational and corporate responsibilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated skills in organizational design and development. A business philosophy of strong customer focus, employing and rewarding outstanding employees and decision making based on data, integrity and consideration of environmental impact.

Served as president. The Foundation is a $350 million foundation established to support the private fundraising goals of Iowa State University. The organization consisted of 100 employees. Responsible for operations, strategic planning, and fundraising efforts. Worked directly with the university president, key university personnel, and external donors, corporations, foundations and government agencies.

Pioneer is a $2 billion multi-national genetic research and seed company; a Dupont Corporation Business. Responsible for all domestic and international marketing activities and served on the corporate executive committee. Reported to the president and CEO. Marketing activities included product development, product marketing, technology negotiation/acquisition, strategic planning, market research, global market data management, customer/prospect global database management, competitive intelligence and predictive modeling. Corporate executive committee responsibilities included overall business management of the company and oversight for the integration of Pioneer into DuPont Corporation.