Several new hires have been announced across the ag industry. Here’s a look at two of the newly filled positions.
JBS Names Company’s First Global Chief Sustainability Officer
Joining the executive leadership team as JBS’ first global chief sustainability officer, Jason Weller will oversee environmental, social and governance functions as well as sustainability strategies for JBS global.
“Jason has established himself as a trusted voice and accomplished sustainability leader who produces real results,” says Gilberto Tomazoni, JBS global CEO in a release. “We are confident that Jason’s leadership will help accelerate our sustainability efforts, including increased transparency, industry-leading investments and the more efficient use of natural resources to create a more sustainable agricultural system.”
Weller comes from Truterra, where he helped establish one of the largest agricultural carbon credit programs in the U.S. as president of Land O’Lakes. Additionally, Weller served as chief of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service and worked at the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, the House Budget Committee and in the White House Office of Management and Budget.
Alltech Adds Position in Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance
Supporting the advancement of Alltech’s “Working Together for a Planet of Plenty” project, Tara McCarthy has joined the team as global vice president of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG). The project underscores the ability of the agri-food sector to provide enough nutritious food for all while revitalizing local communities and replenishing the Earth’s natural resources.
With 25 years of experience in the food industry, including serving as CEO of Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board, McCarthy is passionate about the opportunities within sustainably produced food. In addition, McCarthy has worked across the supply chain, led capability initiatives and developmental support programs for students, early career executives and entrepreneurs within the food industry. McCarthy also co-founded Agdif, an industry initiative championing diversity in the Irish food industry and led the establishment of the Origin Green Global Council.
