With a diverse background spanning senior commercial roles in prominent agribusinesses, speciality ingredients, and export firms, Ruth now serves as the Head of Strategy & Engagement at AgriZeroNZ.  AgriZeroNZ is a public-private partnership between the New Zealand Government and agribusiness investing to accelerate tools and tech for farmers to help them reduce emissions.  Originally from a sheep, beef and deer farm in Southland, Ruth is committed to driving value in the agriculture sector

Ruth has worked as the NZ Sales Director at Archer Daniels Midland, a Regional Sales Manager for Lesaffre, and Director of Strategic Projects and General Manager Growth & Business Development at Synlait.

Ruth holds a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science & Nutrition, postgraduate qualifications in Food Science, and a Master of Business Administration from Otago University, as well as a Diploma of Brewing.