Christopher Chris Fender
Manager, Strategic Technology, KWS
Chris Fender works at the interface of R&D, Business Development, Legal and IP, and Strategic Planning within KWS. He works to create cross functional alignment and identify opportunities that help KWS meet its strategic objectives. Previously Chris led technology transfer efforts for the University of Missouri and briefly worked with an agriculture focused start-up company. He began his career in plant breeding initially with Asgrow Seed Co. in soybean breeding and later completed a stint in corn breeding with Monsanto.