Dr. Trevor Stuthridge joined AgResearch as Research Director in May 2019, where he leads its overall science engine with a focus on science and innovation strategy; building a culture of innovation excellence; bringing together national/international collaborations; and implementing transformative scientific & infrastructural projects that meet the rapidly changing future science needs of the New Zealand and global agricultural sectors. He has served as Chair/Director for >10 Boards and as strategic advisor for 12 industry/academic research consortia since 2010. He is also an Adjunct Professor at University of British Columbia and University of Toronto.