Judd M. O'Connor is Executive Vice President and President of the Seed Business Unit at Corteva, Inc., where he oversees the company's global seed operations, including key crops such as corn, soybeans, sunflowers, and wheat. In this role, he drives strategic growth, innovation in biotechnology and digital agriculture, and commercial excellence to deliver high-performance seeds that enhance farmer productivity and sustainability. With more than 30 years in agribusiness, O'Connor has been a pivotal leader in transforming seed technologies to meet evolving global food demands. O'Connor joined Pioneer Hi-Bred International—a cornerstone of Corteva's seed heritage—in 1992, beginning his career in sales and rapidly advancing through progressively senior roles in marketing, business development, and commercial operations. He served as Vice President of North American Commercial Operations and later as President of the North America Business Unit, where he spearheaded market expansion and integrated advanced genomics into seed portfolios. Under O'Connor's leadership, Corteva's Seed Business Unit has achieved landmark successes, including the commercialization of breakthrough hybrid seeds with superior yield, drought tolerance, and pest resistance, resulting in expanded global market share and strengthened partnerships with farmers and distributors. His focus on R&D investment, agile supply chains, and data-driven insights has solidified Corteva's position as an industry innovator, earning him recognition for fostering resilient agricultural solutions amid climate and economic challenges.