Ames, Iowa, USA
June 2, 2025
PowerPollen, a leader in breakthrough pollination technology for increased agricultural productivity and profitability, announced the appointment of Carl Cox as Chief Executive Officer. Cox, who previously served as Chief Operating Officer as well as interim CEO, brings extensive operational and commercial leadership as PowerPollen accelerates the scaling of its patented pollination technology for new crops and global markets.
“PowerPollen’s momentum is a testament to the strength of our technology and the dedication of the entire team. Carl’s operational expertise and steady leadership have positioned the company to deliver even greater value to our partners and customers,” said Paul Schickler, Chairman of PowerPollen’s Board of Directors and former President of DuPont Pioneer (now Corteva).
Founded in 2015, PowerPollen has revolutionized seed production and agricultural productivity with its patented technology, enabling the collection, preservation, and on-demand application of pollen. With recent investments and global partnerships—including collaborations with leading seed companies and the Liechtenstein Group—PowerPollen is poised for commercial growth.
“Since proving the game-changing nature of our tech stack, we now are ruthlessly focused on delivering against our promises for greater value and ROI. By leveraging our data and targeting the acres where our pollination technology can make the most impact, we are well positioned to achieve our vision to cultivate sustainable growth and build upon our foundation for the next decade of innovation,” said Cox.
Cox has over 25 years of experience in operations, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, and strategic planning, having held senior roles at United Airlines, Unifi, and in private equity-backed companies with significant P&L responsibility. His leadership in operational excellence and commercialization, combined with his background as a Naval Aviator and mechanical engineer, has positioned PowerPollen to rapidly commercialize its patented pollination-on-demand technology.
About PowerPollen®
Established in 2015, PowerPollen offers a breakthrough, scalable technology to collect, preserve and apply pollen on-demand to help improve the productivity, profitability and sustainability of modern farming practices. Following multiple seasons of year-round field trials, PowerPollen’s patented pollination technology increases yield and improves the quality of commercial hybrid corn seed production. The company has applied its technology across thousands of commercial acres over the past several years. PowerPollen is headquartered in Iowa with additional research operations in Puerto Rico and Texas. Learn more about how PowerPollen’s on-demand pollination technology works at www.powerpollen.com.
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