Key Takeaways
- Inari (Profile) has appointed Dr. Vivien Bonazzi as Chief Data Officer, effective April 1.
- Bonazzi will lead the company’s data strategy and infrastructure to support its AI-powered SEEDesign™ platform.
- Her biomedical background brings new expertise to Inari’s plant genomic and gene editing efforts.
- Bonazzi previously held leadership roles at Deloitte Consulting and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
- This appointment supports Inari’s mission to accelerate development of novel seed products.
New Leadership to Support Data-Driven Seed Development at Inari
Inari, known for its SEEDesign™ platform that integrates AI and multiplex gene editing, has appointed Dr. Vivien Bonazzi as its new Chief Data Officer. Bonazzi, an experienced biomedical data scientist, will oversee the company’s methodologies, data technologies, and digital infrastructure to enhance its predictive design capabilities in seed innovation.
Bonazzi officially assumed the role on April 1 and joins Inari‘s leadership team as the company continues to expand its use of artificial intelligence to develop new seed traits for sustainable agriculture.
Background in Biomedical Data Science
Prior to joining Inari, Bonazzi served as chief biomedical data scientist and managing director at Deloitte Consulting LLP. She also held positions within the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including as a senior advisor in the Office of the Director and co-founder of the NIH Data Commons, an initiative to improve the sharing and analysis of biomedical research data.
Her additional experience includes roles at Celera Genomics, Invitrogen, and The Institute for Genomic Research, contributing to large-scale genomic data projects in both the private and nonprofit sectors. “I have dedicated my career to utilizing data to benefit people. Helping to drive Inari‘s innovative technology to support global food system sustainability is a meaningful opportunity to continue this mission,” said Bonazzi.
Inari CEO Highlights Importance of Data in Seed Innovation
Ponsi Trivisvavet, CEO of Inari, emphasized the role of data in the company’s work. “Data underpins everything we do at Inari, so we are thrilled to have Vivien’s leadership in this area,” said Trivisvavet. “Her experience helps fortify our SEEDesign™ platform, and her biomedical background brings fresh perspectives to help us unlock the full potential of seed.”
Inari aims to use its AI-driven approach to accelerate the development of seed traits that improve yield, reduce input use, and support climate resilience in agriculture.
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