Advanta US, Inc., College Station, TX November 2016 - October 2024USA Sorghum Breeding Lead• Member of the NAFTA Leadership Team• Developed and oversaw R&D budget for the fiscal year• Led CAPEX execution for acquiring resources needed for the USA sorghum breeding programs• Negotiated contracts with outside entities and with 3rd party vendors for plot trial services• Led talent acquisition and training of R&D team members• Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify gaps and opportunities within the product portfolio• Identified technology opportunities to benefit the R&D program• Oversaw QA/QC of breeder seed handoff to supply chainAdvanta US, Inc., Hereford, TX September 2012 – November 2016Sorghum Breeder, North America• Facilitate success of 5 employees as well as ongoing professional development opportunities• Design experimental trials in diverse environments for hybrid performance testing• Perform data analysis that includes hybrid profiles for area of adaptation and traits• Develop year-round nurseries and new breeding populations to meet commercial needs• Managed the annual budget • Helped develop APHIX™ Sugarcane Aphid Tolerance brand as well as protocol for tolerance testingTexas A&M University, Cotton Improvement Lab, September 2010 – September 2012College Station, TX Research Associate• Facilitated all aspects in relation to planting, growing, and harvesting research cotton plots.• Performed lab duties for other important research information obtained from ginning and oversaw preparation of cotton seed for plantingSkills• Adaptable and willing to learn new skills and technologies, ensuring effective responses to evolving job requirements.•. Employs strategic analysis to evaluate and enhance pipeline performance and portfolio management, leveraging insights to drive effective seed development and market positioning.•. Managed deliverables for pipeline development ensuring that outcomes met standards and supported overall business growth and innovation.•. Leveraged the talents and strengths of employees to foster organizational growth and achieve strategic objectives.•. Experienced in engaging with varied audiences, adapting communication styles to connect with different groups and drive effective outcomes.