Boards and Networks

Rubicon Organics was founded in 2014 by a small group of cannabis entrepreneurs who have grown into an industry recognized company, with 2 world-renowned facilities and a portfolio of leading cannabis brands. David is a member of the Board of Directors

 Kearney is a global management consulting firm that focuses on strategic and operational CEO-agenda issues.  David led their global food & agribusiness practice. David is a Partner Emeritus with the firm.

 Global Midwest Alliance is a business-led, region-wide, not-for-profit education organization dedicated to transforming the Midwest into an internationally recognized leader in innovation and business growth.   David is an adviser to their Food Industry Forum

 The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) connects funders, researchers and farmers to pioneer the next frontier of agriculture innovation to provide every person access to affordable, nutritious food grown on thriving farms. David is a member of the board of directors

 Protein Industries Canada (PIC) was created in 2018 as part of a policy initiative of the Canadian government to increase industry-led R&D in various sectors across the country. It is one of five superclusters designed to leverage Canada's specific expertise and untapped industrial potential in a particular region.  David is a member of the board of directors

 The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. David was a Public Member of the Academy's board.

Field+Farmer brings people closer to their food by making sustainable sourced and produced food that nourishes the body and our planet, with dips, salad dressings, and juices. David serves as an adviser to Field+Farmer

 Plenty® uses vertical grow towers and an innovative lighting, water and nutrient system to grow produce. By growing indoors, we can create an environment that can be fully controlled, delivering just the right amount of light, water, and nutrients plants need to be their best.  David is a special advisor to the company.

SWARM is a Software-as-a-Service platform that uses next generation cognitive computing to tackle challenges in the agri-food supply chain to save costs, reduce waste, and deliver environmental benefits. The SWARM platform is structured around a multi-agent approach which utilizes a curated market of algorithms to optimize key processes such as load planning, inbound and outbound logistics, demand/supply planning, maximizing yield, and pricing optimization.  David is a special advisor to the company.

 As an established trade association serving foodservice manufacturers for 70 years, the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) works to improve industry practices and relationships while equipping every foodservice manufacturer with the tools to navigate their future with confidence.   David is a strategic advisor to the association.