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Area of Expertise: |
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Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural
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Professional Experience: |
Senior Agriculture Advisor providing technical assistance in the design and implementation of international agriculture development programs. See professional page at http://www.GlobalDevelopmentAlliance.com.
Senior Advisor with U.S. Agency for International Development
Designed agriculture sector strategy to support stabilization and transition to sustainable economic development. Identified key areas of synergy and collaboration, and designed a $20 million, five year program aimed at increasing rural livelihoods, reducing malnutrition, and leveraging significant private sector investments in agriculture sector. This program will result in increased farmer incomes, improved water management, and growth of key markets (local, regional and international) for Yemen Arabica coffee, fruits and vegetables, and honey.
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Education: |
BS & MS - Agronomy Crop Science - Mississippi State University
MBA - International Marketing w/Honors
University of Costa Rica
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Affiliations and Achievements: |
Maxey Information Services - http://wwww.maxey.info
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