Dr. Warren Parker
Dr. Warren Parker
Contact
| Phone | +64 7 343 5899 |
|---|---|
| Warren.Parker@scionresearch.com | |
| Role | Chief Executive Officer |
| Category | Executive Management Team |
About
Warren joined Scion in March 2011 as Chief Executive Officer.Before taking on his role at Scion, Warren headed Crown Research Institute Landcare Research Ltd for 5 ½ years. He has a strong track record in scientific leadership and substantial experience in building productive science-industry relationships. Prior to being CEO of Landcare Research, Warren’s roles included visiting research manager of IMBcom Pty Ltd at the University of Queensland and Chief Operating Officer at AgResearch Science. From 1980 to 1998 he pursued an academic career, including a Massey University Professorship covering farm management and agricultural systems, agribusiness and natural resource management.
Warren gained a BAgrSc (Hons I) in 1978 and a MAgrSc (Hons I) in 1984, both from Massey University, and a PhD in Animal Science in 1990. He has been the recipient of a number of academic awards and has served on science panels and advisory boards in both New Zealand and Australia and as a Director on a number of technology start-up firms.