With a Masters in Agriculture Economics from Purdue University and an MBA from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, Michelle is an agricultural economist who has worked as a business consultant in the food and agricultural sectors for over a decade. During this time she has worked with specialty meat companies, vertical farmers, organic livestock and grain companies and most recently in the seed industry. In her previous role as the Director of International Programs and Policy for the American Seed Trade Association she had the opportunity to travel and work around the world, helping industry leaders manage and grow their global businesses. With her knowledge and insights much sought after, Michelle has spoken at workshops, meetings, and conferences in the United States, Asia, and South America.