Our Board of Directors

Our distinguished board of directors includes voting members as well as ex-officio members designated by Congress. The board of directors guides our strategy and organizational governance. The ex-officio board positions support our close partnerships with the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Appointed Board Members
Ex Officio Board Members
Founding Board Members
Dr. Nancy Creamer
2014 - 2024
Dr. Kathryn Boor
2014 - 2022
Dr. Deborah Delmer
2014 - 2022
Dr. Rob Horsch
2014 - 2020
Pamela Johnson
Board Vice Chair
2014 - 2018
Dr. Terry McElwain
2014 - 2022
Dr. Yehia ‘Mo’ Saif
2014 - 2019