Michael Barron
About Michael Barron
Michael Barron serves as the Ecosystem Services Technology Strategy Lead at Climate, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in environmental science, research, and business, with previous roles at organizations such as Bayer, AeroFarms, and Vanguard.
Current Role at The Climate Corporation
Michael Barron serves as the Ecosystem Services Technology Strategy Lead at The Climate Corporation, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing strategies related to ecosystem services, contributing to the company's mission of leveraging technology to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current role, Michael Barron held various positions in the agricultural and environmental sectors. He worked as a Senior Consultant at Bayer from 2021 to 2022. Before that, he served as a Director of Research & Development at AeroFarms from 2018 to 2019, and as a Plant Scientist from 2014 to 2016. His experience also includes internships at Pontifax Global Food and Agriculture Technology Fund and Vanguard, as well as a role as a Sustainability Team Member at Ingleby Farms & Forests.
Educational Background
Michael Barron has a robust educational background in environmental science and business. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science and Public Policy from Harvard University, graduating in 2011. He then pursued a Master of Science in Plant, Environmental Management, and Soil Science at Louisiana State University. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Business Administration from The Wharton School, completing his studies in 2021. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Data Science from Indiana University Bloomington.
Research and Academic Roles
Michael Barron has contributed to academic research as a Graduate Research Assistant at Louisiana State University from 2013 to 2014 and as a Faculty Research Assistant/Agricultural Economist at the University of Maryland from 2012 to 2013. His research roles have focused on agricultural economics and environmental management, providing him with a solid foundation in both practical and theoretical aspects of the field.