In the capacity of External Innovation Sr. Director at Corteva Agriscience, I have the privilege to lead technology acquisitions and investments in startup companies that align with Corteva’s strategic priorities. I have a passion for collaboration tactics which allow us to deliver industry-leading traits in must-win battlegrounds.Prior to this role, I led Corteva’s Biotechnology Strategy function; established and developed Corteva’s Open Innovation platform and the company’s CRISPR licensing strategies. I held leadership positions in science and business at DuPont, Pioneer Hi-Bred, Verdia and Maxygen. My education comprises a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Lausanne, and an MBA from the California State University at Hayward.