Buddy Cortese has extensive experience in the agricultural finance sector, currently serving as Director at Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corporation since January 2012. Additionally, Buddy has been a member of the Board of Directors at the Farm Credit Bank of Texas since January 1995. As a self-employed business owner since June 1972, Buddy has cultivated a diverse background in the industry. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics from New Mexico State University, earned between 1964 and 1968.