A seasoned professional in business development, specializing in the intersection of agriculture, sustainability, and climate change mitigation.Currently, I serve as the Head of Business Development, Sustainability and our Carbon Credit Strategy for Hempalta Corp., a publicly traded Canadian agricultural technology company that harnesses the immense potential of hemp. HEMPALTA is pioneering the global hemp carbon credit industry and utilizing advanced agricultural technology to process industrial hemp at scale.In my role, I collaborate closely with industrial hemp farmers worldwide, supporting their efforts in carbon-based farming to combat climate change. Through a strategic alignment with UK-based Hemp Carbon Standard Inc., HEMPALTA facilitates the creation and sale of hemp carbon removal credits. My efforts ensure the successful sequestering of carbon through hemp cultivation, with the resulting carbon removal credits being sold on the Voluntary Carbon Market.Beyond carbon credits, HEMPALTA processes hemp into various commercial and consumer products and is at the forefront of producing industrial hemp-derived biochar. I have been instrumental in shaping the company’s biochar product strategy, further highlighting my commitment to leveraging agricultural solutions for environmental sustainability and carbon neutrality.My work at HEMPALTA underscores my dedication to integrating sustainable practices within the agricultural sector, paving the way for innovative solutions in climate change mitigation.