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Patrick Sommerville
Founder at LINC
Patrick Sommerville is the Managing Director at LINC, a role he has held since June 2013. He is based in Washington, DC, and has extensive experience in international development, particularly in sustainable development across various sectors. His expertise encompasses organizational development, market systems, resilience, agriculture, food security, and local economic development.14
Mr. Sommerville holds a Master's degree in International Management from New York University and is an advanced speaker of Russian. His professional background includes working in over fifteen countries, including Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, and South Sudan. He has successfully led initiatives and programs aimed at transforming the international development landscape by building the capacity of national and regional organizations.13
In addition to his role at LINC, he has a proven track record in business development, having authored successful proposals totaling more than $65 million for various clients, including USAID and Mercy Corps. His leadership experience also includes managing large teams and overseeing significant projects that focus on socio-economic initiatives.12
