Independent Director Dean Emeritus, Professor of Comparative Pathobiology at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University Director since: March 2014 Committees: Corporate Governance; Quality and Innovation (Chair) Age: 71 Other Current Public Company Directorships: None Currently serves as Dean Emeritus and Professor of Comparative Pathobiology at Purdue University's College of Veterinary Medicine, with more than 40 years of experience in animal health, diagnostics and veterinary medicine including roles at Michigan State University as Professor, Department Chair and Director of the Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health. Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists and Charter Diplomate of the American College of Poultry Veterinarians, bringing specialized expertise in livestock veterinary medicine, particularly poultry and deep understanding of both the livestock producer perspective and broader veterinary community needs across pet care and livestock sectors. Highly engaged voice of animal health on the Board and in the veterinary industry, having served on a number of committees for the National Institutes of Health and the United States Department of Agriculture, and actively participating in industry conferences, providing valuable counsel on veterinary workforce issues, the role of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the current and future needs of veterinarians. Career Highlights: Purdue University, College of Veterinary Medicine Dean Emeritus, Professor of Comparative Pathobiology (2024-present) Dean (2007-2024) Chief, Avian Diseases Diagnostic Service (1985-1990) Assistant Professor of Veterinary Pathology (1982-1987) Associate Professor of Veterinary Pathology (1987-1990) Michigan State University Professor of Veterinary Pathology, Chairperson of the Department of Diagnostic Investigation (1997-2006) Director of the Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health (1990-2006) Assistant Director of the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (1985-1990) Professional Leadership President, American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges President, American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians President, American Association of Avian Pathologists Chair, American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Research Education: Bachelor s degree in Animal and Poultry Diseases from Tuskegee University Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University Ph.D. in Veterinary Pathology from Purdue University