Russell Schweiss

Russell Schweiss is an experienced professional in land and resource management, currently serving as Senior Director at The Mosaic Company since November 2016, where responsibilities include securing mine permits and managing relationships with regulators to facilitate permitting processes. Previous roles at Mosaic involved overseeing mine permitting, land management, and public affairs, with a focus on strategic planning and compliance. Prior to returning to Mosaic, Russell held director-level positions in corporate communications and community relations at Rayonier Advanced Materials and Rayonier, where efforts included developing company branding and managing communications during significant initiatives. Early career experience includes leadership roles in public relations, notably as Senior Press Secretary for the Office of Governor Jeb Bush, and as an assignment manager in television news. Russell Schweiss earned a Bachelor of Arts in Radio and Television from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.