Jim Sutter serves as the CEO of the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) – the international marketing arm of U.S Soy.
With a rich commercial background in the food and agriculture sector, following leadership roles in Cargill's global grains and oilseeds business, Jim plays a key role in defining and driving USSEC's vision for U.S. Soy as a trusted, sustainable source of nutrition and energy worldwide.
Jim leads a global team focused on differentiating, elevating preference, and attaining market access to U.S. Soy for human consumption, aquaculture, and livestock feed in 90+ countries internationally.
In addition, he actively collaborates with USSEC's 100+ members who represent the soy value chain including U.S. Soy farmers, processors, commodity shippers, merchandisers, and food and agriculture organizations.
Jim is a global citizen having built and led teams in Europe, S.E. Asia, and the U.S. He was raised on his family's crop and cattle farm in Colorado, U.S.A.
He is a glass-half-full optimist, a half-marathoner, and has a passion for a brighter future for all.