Sam Eathington
Executive Vice President, Chief Technology and Digital Officer at Corteva Agriscience
Corteva Agriscience•Johnston, Iowa, United States
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I’ve spent two decades applying science to help solve some the biggest challenges in agriculture and food production. An Illinois farm kid turned molecular breeding expert, I’ve dedicated my life to discovering and developing seed genetics that perform better for farmers and use less natural resources. Now, as Chief Technology and Digital Officer at Corteva Agriscience, I’m leading a talented team of seed, crop protection, and digitally-savvy scientists developing solutions that enhance farmer productivity and enable them to deliver products consumers desire in planet-friendly ways.
Career Timeline
- Corteva AgriscienceCurrent2021–Present· 5 yrs 9 mos
- Chief Digital and Technology OfficerCurrentApr 2022–Present
- Chief Technology Officer2021–Sep 2026
- Dec 2015–Apr 2020· 4 yrs 4 mos
- Chief Science OfficerDec 2015–Apr 2020
- Dec 1998–Dec 2015· 17 yrs
- VP, Global Plant BreedingFeb 2011–Dec 2015
- North America Corn Line Development Director2005–Feb 2011
- Molecular Breeding Informatics, Coordination and Experimental Breeding Lead2000–2005
- International Trait Integration LeadDec 1998–2000
- Oct 1996–Dec 1998· 2 yrs 2 mos
- Scientist, ResearchOct 1996–Dec 1998
- May 1995–Oct 1996· 1 yr 5 mos
- Quantitative Traits Group LeadMay 1995–Oct 1996
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Quantitative Genetics and Maize Breeding
University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignMaster's Degree
Soybean Breeding and Genetics
University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignBachelor's Degree
Agronomy
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign