Agribusiness, food processing and marketing professional with extensive track record in business organization and rural economic development. Experience in a broad range of agricultural commodities with a focus on vertical integration via processing geared to global market demand. Familiar with all aspects of Value Chain analysis and solutions. Extensive food processing experience; including fruit & vegetable canning, freezing, aseptic and drying; plus meat processing as well as a comprehensive knowledge of nut processing. Global experience in the development of food marketing programs and sales organizations. Skilled at converting raw agricultural commodities into consumable products resulting in improved producer returns and financial stability. Noted for turning creative concepts into practical applications. Experienced with USAID Economic Development implementation and management in Eastern Europe and Central Asia; as well as Africa.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Assessment expert who has completed numerous assignments on behalf of USAID, Wolrd Bank and the EU.