Daniel Forestieri
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in technical project leadership and field research management. Leads cross-functional teams in data visualization and product development to enhance crop yields and agricultural strategies. Experienced in global marketing and portfolio strategy, driving effective go-to-market execution and product positioning across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM.
Overview
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Certifications
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years of professional experience
Work History
Global Marketing & Portfolio Strategy Manager
Nutrien
Loveland, Colorado
06.2026 - Current
- Spearhead international go-to-market (GTM) strategy across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM, securing and accelerating an $80M commercial expansion anchored on proprietary specialty plant nutrition, advanced biostimulant technologies, and next-generation adjuvant portfolios.
- Direct global technology positioning, value-proposition modeling, and lifecycle management for high-margin, differentiated inputs, aligning regional commercial execution with enterprise revenue and EBITDA targets.
- Directed high-throughput technical validation networks across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM, orchestrating 50+ proprietary agronomic protocols and 100+ multi-environment trials with private contract research organizations, academic institutions, and customer operations.
- Synchronized cross-functional regulatory, supply chain, and regional agronomic teams across three continents, streamlining market access and expanding distribution footprints while enhancing enterprise-level technical enablement.
- Leveraged mixed model biostatistical analytics to characterize product efficacy windows and stability indices for next-generation plant nutrition, biostimulants, and adjuvant systems, transforming trial outputs into commercial ROI benchmarks.
- architected a proprietary, automated analytics pipeline that analyzed, standardized and modeled complex multi-location field performance data, using dynamic Power BI and Tableau enterprise dashboards to cut reporting latency by weeks and deliver real-time visual performance mapping across microclimates and soil typologies.
Sr. Principal Technical and Research Development
Nutrien Ag. Solutions
Cincinnati, Ohio
07.2022 - 06.2026
- Directed over 200 trials and developed more than 22 national protocols, guiding the organization in making informed decisions on new product launches.
- I have successfully contributed to the creation of 2 major organo-mineral products containing fertilizer and humic substances that have impacted NA growers in terms of nutrient use efficiency and commercial revenue for over $47 million in the 2nd year of launching.
- Coordinated third-party research to validate novel agricultural technologies and built strong working relationships with key influencers. Orchestrated over 1,000 field trials to generate robust data and optimize product performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline product development workflows, enhancing project outcomes.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to inform research initiatives, guiding strategic decision-making.
- Contributed to innovation and ideation sessions to develop new concepts for agronomic products and services.
- Applied quality assurance measures to maintain product integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Established experiments to evaluate new agricultural practices and technologies.
- Supported entire East Region of NAS, which encompasses 135 retail locations and approximately 800 staff members across 16 states. This region alone contributed 18% of Loveland Products’ global sales, amounting to USD 291 million of the $1.58 billion total in 2025.
Plant Nutrition and Digital Ag. Specialist
Vayda Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Delivered technical service and product recommendations to clients, applying expertise in fertilization calculations and product formulations to enhance client outcomes.
- Applied remote sensing and field variability analysis to inform targeted product applications and improve agronomic recommendations.
- Marketed precision agriculture programs to producers, clearly communicating technical benefits and value propositions to drive engagement.
- Trained retail employees on precision agriculture technologies and practices, enhancing internal capabilities for product sales and support.
- Analyzed data to identify trends, informing decision-making for multiple projects.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Research Associate Nutrient Management
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
08.2016 - 12.2021
- Designed and managed field and greenhouse trials, including those for private companies, evaluating the efficacy and impact of various nutrient sources and application methods.
- Developed approaches for effective nitrogen management and established critical soil nutrient levels, leading to improved nutrient use efficiency in key production systems.
- Utilized advanced precision agriculture technologies, including plant canopy and soil sensors, and yield monitors, to develop site-specific fertilizer management strategies.
- Applied advanced data analysis techniques (R, Python, SAS, Excel) for yield prediction and nutrient management modeling, informing research and outreach efforts.
- Contributed to design and implementation of experiments, enhancing hypothesis testing and research outcomes.
- Evaluated experimental data to draw meaningful conclusions and support ongoing research initiatives.
- Developed protocols for regulatory compliance to align research practices with institutional standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives and deadlines, ensuring alignment and progress.
- Contributed to grant writing efforts, securing funding for diverse research projects.
Education
Ph.D. - Soil Fertility, Nutrient Management, Digital Ag.
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA12-2021
Master of Science - Soil Science And And Plant Nutrition
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA08-2017
Agricultural Engineering - Agricultural Sciences And Production
Pan-American Agricultural University Zamorano
Fco. Morazan, Honduras12-2013
Skills
- Go-to-market strategy
- Portfolio management
- Product strategy
- Project management
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Project leadership
- Field research management
- Financial forecasting
- Data analysis
- Data-driven decisions
- Plant Nutrition & Soil Fertility: Nutrient management, fertilizer programs, bio stimulant characterization and application programs, DRIS, high nutrient density approach
- Precision Agriculture Technologies: Remote sensing, UAV data analysis, GIS
- Data visualization
- Technical marketing
Outreach & Engagement
- Delivered numerous presentations and workshops at field days and training meetings, collaborating with Extension Specialists, Field Agents, and Crop Consultants to disseminate practical agronomic knowledge and product recommendations.
- Demonstrated strong capabilities in communicating complex scientific information to diverse audiences, fostering adoption of new agricultural practices and technologies.
Publications (Summary)
- Authored or co-authored over 25 refereed journal articles, with 5 first-authored publications, primarily focusing on advanced nutrient management, precision agriculture, and sustainable crop production systems.
- Co-authored a book chapter on the development of proximal sensors for crop nitrogen status.
- Published several technical bulletins and magazine articles, translating research findings into accessible information for agricultural practitioners.
- Presented research findings at more than 50 national and international conferences, frequently receiving awards for oral presentations on topics relevant to plant nutrition, crop yield prediction, and precision application technologies.
Certification
Certified Professional Agronomist (CPAg)
Accomplishments
2021, 2020, 2018: 1st Place Graduate Students Oral Competition – Sensor-Based Nutrient Management Community (ASA-CSSA-SSSA)
Languages
Italian
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Limited
Timeline
Global Marketing & Portfolio Strategy Manager
Nutrien
06.2026 - Current
Sr. Principal Technical and Research Development
Nutrien Ag. Solutions
07.2022 - 06.2026
Plant Nutrition and Digital Ag. Specialist
Vayda Inc.
01.2022 - 07.2022
Research Associate Nutrient Management
Louisiana State University
08.2016 - 12.2021
Ph.D. - Soil Fertility, Nutrient Management, Digital Ag.
Louisiana State University
Master of Science - Soil Science And And Plant Nutrition
Louisiana State University
Agricultural Engineering - Agricultural Sciences And Production
Pan-American Agricultural University Zamorano