Vonnie Estes

Vonnie Estes is an accomplished professional in the fields of innovation, biotechnology, and business development, currently serving as Vice President of Innovation at the International Fresh Produce Association since October 2018. In addition to holding a board position at Kula Bio, Vonnie has extensive consulting experience through Estes Consulting, focusing on strategies for commercializing new technologies in agriculture and industrial biotech. Previous roles include serving on multiple boards, such as Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator and Stony Creek Colors, and leading business development at Caribou Biosciences, specializing in CRISPR applications. Educational credentials include a Master's in Plant Pathology from the University of California, Davis, and a Bachelor's in Horticulture from New Mexico State University.