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