Jyoti has 19 years of research experience in ag biotech space and has used RNAi technology in multiple crops to improve agriculture traits. As a project Scientist at University of California, Berkeley, she developed the RNAi technology to effectively control powdery mildew in grapes and led multiple field trials. She has experience working with plant fungal, bacterial and viral pathogens. Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. from NIPGR-JNU, India, followed by a Postdoc tenure at ICGEB, India. She has passion for developing products that directly benefit farmers and make positive impact on agriculture.

With over 25 years of executive experience in crop protection, plant nutrition, chemistry, biology, and synthetic biology markets, Kevin is a seasoned professional offering valuable market and business insights. His expertise plays a pivotal role in steering strategic decision-making and scaling businesses within the agricultural sector. Leveraging an extensive network of connections, Kevin fosters valuable partnerships, catalyzing innovation and success in the agricultural industry.

With over 25 years of research experience in plant-microbe interactions utilizing molecular genetics and biochemical approaches, Mary is an accomplished professional. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, she has made significant contributions to the field through extensive research on the powdery mildew pathosystem. Mary earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and completed her Postdoc at Harvard Medical School.

An MBA graduate from UC Berkeley, he brings over a decade of experience in the semiconductor industry, having held diverse roles across multiple startups. His expertise lies in driving 0-to-1 strategy and executing early-stage initiatives, helping companies navigate from concept to market traction. With a strong foundation in both business and technology, he excels at building from scratch and scaling innovations in high-growth environments.

With over 25 years of experience in building and commercializing brands—from Fortune 500 companies to startups—she provides strategic brand development and actionable insights. Her expertise includes 12 years in the innovative natural foods sector, where she has helped shape category-defining products. Known for bridging creativity with commercial impact, she drives brand growth through a deep understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior.

A self-directed and accomplished biotechnology leader with over 20 years of experience across health, agriculture, food, and feed ingredients. He specializes in strategic alliances, investment strategies, portfolio management, and intellectual property. Known for leading cross-functional teams and building innovative ingredient businesses, he brings deep expertise in transcriptional biology, gene editing, and cellular differentiation technologies. His work has resulted in over two dozen peer-reviewed publications, nine patents, and more than 5,000 citations.