Donald Danforth Plant Science Center President and CEO Jim Carrington, PhD, announced that he will be stepping down on July 1, 2025. Reflecting on his 13 years in the role, Dr. Carrington expressed gratitude for the opportunities he has had and the accomplishments of the Center during his tenure. He acknowledged the contributions of the Center’s people, partners, and supporters in its success.
Penny Pennington, managing partner at Edward Jones and chair of the Danforth Center Board of Directors, will lead the search for a new President. The search process will involve input from the Danforth Center community, as well as stakeholders in the St. Louis region and beyond. Pennington praised Dr. Carrington for his leadership and the growth and impact he has brought to the Center. She emphasized the importance of celebrating Dr. Carrington’s contributions as he nears retirement.
During his time as President, Dr. Carrington has overseen significant growth at the Danforth Center. The Center has doubled its staff, expanded its scientific research efforts, and developed new facilities such as the William H. Danforth building and the Field Research Site in St. Charles County. Dr. Carrington has prioritized new plant science research initiatives and initiatives to move research products into the marketplace, including
