Derek Bartlem
Managing Director - KWS Gateway Research Center
Derek Bartlem is Managing Director and Head of Research USA for KWS Gateway Research Center. He established and led ongoing development of a high functioning key strategic research facility for KWS – one of the top global agricultural companies. He has demonstrated results in driving global innovation for cutting-edge technologies, including building high-trust relationships with major international research groups. Derek is a visionary leader with a broad background in Life Science research. He has exceptional process development skills and provides clear orientation and enables collaborative teams to excel in changing environments. He values new ideas and thinking and supports team-orientated mindset that fosters cross-functional approaches to move things forward and succeed. He is dedicated and passionate, an outstanding relationship-builder, and possesses team leadership and motivational attributes. Derek has a Ph.D. and master’s degree in Life Sciences.