Senior Leadership Team
The president is elected by the Board of Directors to be chief executive officer and president of the institute. Headed by the president, BTI’s senior leadership collaborates to manage the affairs of the institute on an academic and professional level.
David Stern
Professor, President
Section of Plant Biology, School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University
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Section of Plant Biology, School of Integrative Plant Science, Cornell University
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Sophia Darling
Vice President for Finance & Operations
Corporate Treasurer
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Corporate Treasurer
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Paul Debbie
Director of Research
Director of New Business Development and Translational Science
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Georgia Lesh
Philanthropy and Engagement Director
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