Dan brings over 30 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and business operations. He led R&D and production at a U.S.-based mobility firm, developed patented products, and helped launch international operations. He currently runs two companies in New Jersey and leads overall strategy and operations at Karyam Agro. With extensive leadership experience and deep familiarity with India’s socio-economic context, Dan ensures the organization operates to global best practices while staying grounded in local realities.

David is a retired Indian Air Force officer and veteran transport pilot who pioneered the IAF’s unmanned aerial systems program. After 25 years of service, he transitioned to the private sector and now works with an Indo-Israeli UAS joint venture. At Karyam, David oversees daily operations and ensures smooth coordination across technical and administrative functions.

Dr. Don Miles holds a Ph.D. in Agronomy from the University of Kentucky and brings over three decades of leadership in global seed production and crop science. He served in key roles at Pioneer Hi-Bred, including International Production Manager and Director of Production Technology. At Karyam, Don leads agronomy operations with a focus on sustainable, high-yield practices.

Bob Hall brings over 30 years of experience in agronomy and farmer training across the U.S., including as Director of Agronomy for Stine Seed Company. A former certified crop advisor, he has led fertility trials and sustainable farming programs across the Midwest and East Coast. Post-retirement, he supported farm development in West and East Africa. At Karyam, Bob leads the animal husbandry team, providing operational leadership and coordination.

Dr. Joe Crenshaw holds a Ph.D. in Animal Science and has served in academic and industry leadership roles for over 30 years. He currently serves as Senior Vice President at American Protein Corp and formerly led swine research at Moorman’s Inc. Joe brings advanced expertise in livestock nutrition, feed formulation, and performance optimization to Karyam’s animal husbandry initiatives.

Dr. Mike Mueth is a veterinarian with 38 years of experience in mixed animal practice, specializing in livestock care and farm management. Raised on a beef cattle farm and currently managing his own diverse herd, Mike combines veterinary science with hands-on farming expertise to guide Karyam’s animal health and husbandry practices.

Delvin Trost brings lifelong experience in dairy and livestock farming, having managed a registered Holstein operation focused on genetic quality and milk production. He later led site operations at a multi-ministry care campus for over 15 years. Delvin now advises Karyam on practical husbandry methods rooted in decades of farming, facilities management, and ministry leadership.

Ashwani Masih brings over three decades of leadership across security, protocol, and program coordination, including service with the Central Industrial Security Force, Special Protection Group, and Oil and Natural Gas Commission. He is currently focused on dairy farming, applying hands-on expertise in herd management, animal health, and farm record-keeping. At Karyam, he oversees all farm operations, ensuring the smooth execution of daily tasks while coordinating with both technical advisors and administrative leadership.

Sobhagya holds a B.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture from SHUATS (Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences) and has formal training in both organic and conventional farming practices. He brings hands-on experience from managing a dairy farm and a plant nursery, with expertise in fodder cultivation, seedling propagation, and sustainable agriculture. At Karyam, he supports agronomy planning, focusing on pasture management and feed production.

John holds a B.Tech in Electronics and brings experience in production, device prototyping, and government operations. He has led manufacturing for a hardware startup and contributed to sensor innovation projects for the Defense Research and Development Organization. At Karyam, John applies his operations background to animal husbandry, assisting in livestock care, breeding protocols, and daily farm routines under the guidance of the Animal Husbandry Team Lead.

Samson serves as Administrative Executive at Karyam while also holding the role of Project Manager at Studio Unabridged. He brings a strong background in organizational operations, finance, HR, and stakeholder coordination. With expertise in structuring workflows and managing cross-functional teams, Samson ensures smooth communication between the Remote Team and on-ground Farm Operations, supporting daily execution with discipline, clarity, and efficiency.