James Lyon is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in security, risk management, and international relations. Currently serving as the Head of Global Security at the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), Lyon oversees security operations for 15 countries, with a focus on Africa and Asia. Previously, as a Senior Consultant with Van Woustraat Trust, Lyon contributed to various humanitarian initiatives. Lyon's notable past roles include coordinating the evacuation of Afghan staff at CIMMYT, directing the OSCE Regional Center in Gjilan, and serving as the Head of Government and Parliamentary Section at the Office of the High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Academically, Lyon holds a Ph.D. in History from UCLA and multiple degrees in History and International Relations from prestigious institutions.
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International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)
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CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security and improving natural resources.