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David Spielman

David Spielman is the director of IFPRI’s Innovation Policy and Scaling Unit and has been with the institute since 2004. His research agenda covers a range of topics including agriculture and rural development policy; agricultural science, technology, and innovation; plant genetic resources and seed systems; agricultural extension and advisory services; and community-driven rural development.

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President Biden announces key appointments to boards and commissions (White House)

January 14, 2022

The White House, from its briefing room, announced new appointments including Kathy Spahn as a member of the Board for International Food and Agricultural Development. Spahn is President and CEO of Helen Keller Intl, a global health organization that partners with communities to overcome longstanding cycles of poverty. She also serves on IFPRI’s Leadership Council Compact of 2025 and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. 

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