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

Founding Board Members

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