Featured Speaker: Brian Pierce, Ph. D.

Brian Pierce, Ph. D.

Senior Vice President, Strategy Operations & Industrial Innovation

United Soybean Board

Brian Pierce leads the United Soybean Board’s efforts to expand new markets for U.S. soy through new product innovation. He oversees USB’s investments in renewable fuels and other industrial applications, helping create new demand channels and greater value for America’s soybean farmers. 

Brian has over 18 years of experience in new product development across global food and agriculture industries, with a focus on turning emerging technologies and farmer-led innovation into practical, market-ready solutions.