As Chief Financial Officer, Leslie oversees financial strategy, enterprise resource management, and organizational accountability. Her leadership helps ensure Gates Ag One operates with rigor, transparency, and fiscal discipline while supporting partnerships that advance agricultural innovation for smallholder farmers.
Leslie brings more than 20 years of experience in finance, including senior leadership roles at Monsanto and Bayer Crop Science, where she supported complex global operations and initiatives focused on agricultural research and innovation. She brings a deep respect for culture and a strong people-centered approach to her work, prioritizing financial practices that build trust, strengthen collaboration, and support sustainable growth. Leslie is committed to fostering inclusive teams and environments where sound financial systems enable people and innovation to thrive together.
