August 21, 2012
Monsanto appoints Brett Begemann as president and CCO
Press release
Monsanto Company names Brett Begemann, 51, as the company''s president and Chief Commercial Officer.
Begemann was formally the executive vice president and chief commercial officer for global business operations. In his expanded role as president, Begemann will lead the oversight and operational execution of the company''s near-term expansion and growth in key international markets.
Begemann will ensure the commercial development of the company''s next-generation of growth drivers. These drivers include growth in established markets as well as new markets like Eastern Europe, China and Latin America, as well as growth through the next wave of agriculture innovations such as Integrated Farming Systems and Ag Biologicals.
He will continue to lead the global commercial business including overseeing the commercial, manufacturing and supply chain operations in row crops, vegetables and crop protection.
Hugh Grant will continue to serve as chairman and chief executive officer for Monsanto, where he maintains on-going responsibility for leading the company''s long-term corporate strategy, as well as setting direction and maintaining oversight of its operations. Grant will continue to focus on the delivery of strategic plans and policies for the organisation, including the company''s long-term vision focused on producing more, conserving more and improving the lives of people throughout the world.
"Brett has served as a valuable contributor to Monsanto''s agriculture business for nearly 30 years, including leading our global organisation, implementing growth strategies both domestically and abroad, as well as delivering strong financial results to our business," says Grant.
Begemann joined Monsanto Company in 1983 and served in a variety of roles across sales, marketing, commercial development as well as senior management positions worldwide.
Monsanto Company is a global provider of technology-based solutions and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food quality.