Compass Minerals appoints Vice President
Published by Angharad Lock,
Digital Assistant Editor
World Fertilizer,
Ryan Bartlett, Ph.D., has joined Compass Minerals as Vice President, Innovation And Product Development. Dr. Bartlett will be responsible for building a world-class research and development (R&D) team for the company’s plant nutrition division, anchoring its operations in a new North America “Center of Excellence” research facility near the company’s headquarters in Overland Park.
“Dr. Bartlett’s disciplined approach to product development and advancing scientific projects will be of exceptional benefit to Compass Minerals,” said Brad Griffith, Senior Vice President, Plant Nutrition. “Ryan’s background in agriculture and product development will allow us to maximise our newly expanded portfolio to create value for our farmer-customers.”
Dr. Bartlett comes to Compass Minerals from Monsanto Company, where he spent nine years. In his most recent position, he was responsible for the development of global commercial field testing and innovation strategy, including the assessment of new technology from third parties.
Dr. Bartlett also led the evolution of the Monsanto field testing network to meet the needs of a more diversified product pipeline and provided strategic leadership for growth platforms such as biologicals and precision agriculture. Prior to this position, Ryan led global technology development for seed-applied solutions, global corn emerging technology and US product development for specialty crops.
“We expect our commitment to innovation will generate interest from potential collaborators who can further advance our capabilities in plant nutrition,” Griffith added. “Further, we believe that Ryan’s demonstrated technical capabilities and his experience as a farmer and rancher will keep our developmental efforts better aligned with the needs of our customers,” Griffith added.
Read the article online at: https://www.worldfertilizer.com/nitrogen/29122016/compass-minerals-appoints-vice-president/
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