Philip DeCosse

Philip DeCosse is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in enhancing agricultural and natural resource markets in emerging economies through business-to-household interventions.

Currently serving as the Senior Vice President for the West and Central Africa and Haiti region at Chemonics, he specializes in market identification, strategy development, USAID program and contract management, US Federal market business development, capacity development, and team-building.

Philip has successfully led multi-year contracts and teams in agriculture and natural resource management in countries like Madagascar, Senegal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, and has provided technical analyses and business development outputs across various nations.

His expertise spans across agriculture/agribusiness, business development/marketing, capacity development/learning, finance/budgets, natural resource management, private sector engagement, and monitoring & evaluation.

Fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Wolof, and conversant in Bangla, Philip DeCosse has a solid educational foundation with an MSc in Agricultural Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a BA in Philosophy & English from Georgetown University.

Throughout his career, he has held key positions at reputable organizations such as Chemonics International, RTI International, Engility Corporation, and International Resources Group, driving significant impact in the field of agriculture, environment, and natural resource management.

His diverse roles include Senior Expert and Manager in Agriculture & Environment, Director of Agriculture and Food Security Practice, Vice President for Business Development at USAID-focused firms, Chief of Party for USAID projects in various countries, and Agriculture Policy Specialist at USAID, showcasing his versatile skill set and leadership capabilities.

Philip DeCosse's contributions to sustainable development, private sector engagement, and capacity building in the agricultural and natural resource sectors have made him a respected figure in the industry, with a proven track record of delivering results on a global scale.