Current employer:
Syngenta

Education and work experience:
Previously worked at USDA, Monsanto and Bayer. Mercer University for J.D. and Georgetown University Law Center for LL.M.

AALA leadership roles:
Member of the symposium planning committee

How did you get interested or involved in agricultural law?
My first job out of law school was with the USDA’s Office of General Counsel.

What is your current role and what type of work are you doing?
Currently assistant general counsel at Syngenta, focused on regulatory issues.

What are some challenges and opportunities you see in your job and the ag law profession?
Public misunderstandings about the safety of modern agricultural production methods.

How does AALA help or benefit your profession or current role?
Opportunities to learn from and interact with colleagues from various parts of the agricultural law community.

What is one of your favorite AALA memories or experiences?
Attending AALA annual educational symposia.