Demir Devecigil
About Demir Devecigil
Demir Devecigil serves as the Remote Sensing Research Lead at The Climate Corporation, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in geospatial science and product management, having previously held roles at Monsanto and contributed to significant product launches and strategic initiatives.
Work at The Climate Corporation
Demir Devecigil has been employed at The Climate Corporation since 2014, serving as Remote Sensing Research Lead. In this role, he has focused on advancing remote sensing technologies and methodologies. Additionally, he has held the position of Global Product Management Lead since 2016, where he has contributed to the strategic direction of digital product development. His work has involved the implementation of Agile and OKR methodologies to manage the digital product lifecycle effectively. Devecigil has played a significant role in launching Climate FieldView in 15 countries, enhancing the company's global presence.
Previous Experience at Monsanto
Prior to his tenure at The Climate Corporation, Demir Devecigil worked at Monsanto from 2008 to 2013. He held multiple roles, including Senior GIS Analyst / Lab Manager and Geospatial Analysis Team Lead. His responsibilities included overseeing geospatial analysis and managing laboratory operations. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in geospatial science and analytics, which he later applied in his roles at The Climate Corporation.
Education and Expertise
Demir Devecigil holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Phoenix, where he studied Business Administration and Management from 2011 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in City Planning from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi, studying from 1991 to 1995. His educational background supports his expertise in product management and geospatial analysis, enabling him to contribute effectively to digital product development and strategic planning.
Achievements in Digital Product Development
Throughout his career, Demir Devecigil has made significant contributions to digital product development. He has collaborated with corporate strategy and commercial partnership teams to explore new investment and collaboration opportunities. His efforts have led to the creation of digital product roadmaps and the establishment of strategic sales targets for Digital Product R&D. Devecigil's work has been instrumental in tailoring digital products to meet the needs of diverse customer segments, including smallholders and Bayer enterprise.