LIC Executive and Leadership Team

David Chin, the Chief Executive Officer at LIC, directs the overarching strategic vision for the co-operative. Chin manages the alignment of genetic research with the practical needs of livestock farmers across international markets. By overseeing the integration of artificial breeding and herd testing services, the Chief Executive Officer ensures the organization maintains a competitive edge in the agri-tech sector. David Chin coordinates with the Board to drive long-term growth and operational excellence. This leadership role involves fostering partnerships that expand the reach of herd improvement solutions. Through the implementation of sustainable business practices, the Chief Executive Officer secures the financial health of the co-operative. Ultimately, Chin maintains a focus on delivering value to farmer-shareholders while navigating the complexities of the global agricultural landscape to ensure consistent performance and innovation across all core business units.

Brent Mealings, the Chief Financial Officer at LIC, directs the financial strategy and capital allocation for the co-operative. Mealings oversees the fiscal health of the organization, ensuring resources support the development of advanced herd improvement tools and genetic services. By managing risk and optimizing investment in agricultural technology, the Chief Financial Officer maintains the stability required for long-term expansion. Brent Mealings collaborates with executive leadership to align budgetary goals with the broader mission of empowering livestock farmers. This role involves rigorous oversight of financial reporting and the execution of cost-efficiency initiatives across all operational departments. Through the management of capital structures, the Chief Financial Officer supports the delivery of high-quality tags and testing services. Ultimately, Mealings ensures the financial integrity of the business while facilitating the necessary investments to sustain market leadership in the competitive agri-tech industry.

D. Sivakumar, the Chief Information Officer at LIC, directs the digital infrastructure and data management systems essential for herd improvement. Sivakumar oversees the architecture of information platforms that process complex genetic data for livestock farmers. By managing the security and scalability of these digital assets, the Chief Information Officer ensures seamless delivery of artificial breeding and testing services. D. Sivakumar coordinates with technical teams to integrate data-driven insights into the co-operative's core service offerings. This leadership role involves modernizing legacy systems to improve operational efficiency and user experience across the agricultural network. Through the implementation of robust data governance, the Chief Information Officer supports the strategic objectives of the organization. Ultimately, Sivakumar drives the digital transformation necessary to maintain the accuracy and reliability of the information services provided to the farming community.

Joseph Barnao, the Chief Technology Officer & Head of Transformation at LIC, directs the research and development of next-generation agricultural technologies. Barnao oversees the innovation pipeline, focusing on the creation of advanced tools for herd management and genetic improvement. By leading organizational transformation initiatives, the Chief Technology Officer & Head of Transformation ensures the co-operative adapts to evolving market demands and technological shifts. Joseph Barnao collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate new hardware and software solutions into the existing service portfolio. This role involves identifying emerging trends in agri-tech to maintain the organization's position at the forefront of the industry. Through the management of technical projects, the Chief Technology Officer & Head of Transformation drives efficiency and product development. Ultimately, Barnao fosters a culture of continuous improvement to enhance the productivity and profitability of livestock farmers.