Overland Park, Kansas – KALO has announced the appointment of Jonathan Barrett as its new Director of Sales, effective January 6.
Barrett brings a wealth of experience and a strong background in the agricultural industry, making him a valuable addition to the KALO team.
He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from St Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, and his master’s degree in business administration from the University of North Dakota. His career began with the Mercatus Center at George Mason University in Arlington, Virginia, where he served as the Manager of the Capitol Hill Campus Program Outreach. Barrett then returned to his agricultural roots, taking on a role with Federated Co-ops, Inc. in Rush City, Minnesota, where he gained firsthand experience as a crop advisor and a range of responsibilities related to crop protection, seedcare, seed and fertilizer.
His career trajectory continued to rise as he joined Syngenta, where he managed crop protection, seeds, and seedcare sales in Fargo, North Dakota. Over the next decade, he held various positions at Syngenta, including Marketing Lead for NK Seed, Golden Harvest Corn Product Manager, Golden Harvest Regional Sales Manager for the Northern Plains, and most recently, Global Head of Soybean Strategy and Portfolio in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Barrett's deep-rooted connection to the agricultural industry started by growing up with his father working in the agricultural inputs business. This background has provided him with a unique perspective and a strong foundation in the industry.
Barrett and his wife, Gabriela (Gabi), will be relocating to Kansas City from Apex, North Carolina. The couple were married in 2024 and are excited to make Kansas City their new home.
"We are thrilled to welcome Jon and Gabi to the KALO family," said Chuck Champion, President at KALO. "Jon's experience and proven record in the agricultural sector make him an excellent fit for our team. We look forward to the contributions he will bring to our organization."