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Greensboro, North Carolina
April 24, 2009
Syngenta has promoted Jack
Bernens to the newly created position of head of technology
acceptance in North America, and has named Rex Martin his
successor as head of industry relations, effective June 1.
In his new position, Bernens will work with public, private and
government institutions seeking understanding and support for
Syngenta seeds and trait technologies. Bernens will report to
David Morgan, head of global corn and soybeans. Bernens was most
recently head of industry relations.
Previously, Bernens served as business unit head for Syngenta
Seeds Agrisure® corn traits business. He has nearly 27 years
experience with the company, including working as head of NK®
Brand Marketing from 1998 to 2004.
Rex Martin, the company's state government relations
manager, is elevated to head of industry affairs. Martin joined
Syngenta in 1989 and serves as liaison for 16 state legislatures
and regulatory authorities as well as more than 85 commodity,
trade associations, professional organizations, regulatory and
legislative groups at the state, regional and federal level.
Martin will manage the company's involvement with the
award-winning Leadership At Its Best(TM) program. The
specialized training develops key groups of agricultural leaders
around the country who can effectively address Congress and the
media on policy issues impacting farmers.
Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with more
than 24,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to our
purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Through world-class
science, global reach and commitment to our customers we help to
increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve
health and quality of life. For more information about us please
go to www.syngenta.com.
Agrisure® , NK® and the Syngenta logo are trademarks of a
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