Larry A. Barden
Independent Director
Meet Larry
Highlights
Independent director since 2023
Committees: Sustainability, Nominating and Corporate Governance
Expertise
Mr. Larry Barden is a retired partner of Sidley Austin LLP, one of the world’s leading law firms. He served as Chairman of the firm’s Management Committee from 2014 to 2022 and was a member of its Executive Committee from 1999 to 2022.
Larry has more than 40 years of experience advising public and private companies across a wide range of domestic and international transactions. His practice focused on mergers and acquisitions, securities and corporate finance and strategic counseling, with deep expertise in corporate governance. He has worked extensively with Boards of Directors, providing guidance on complex transactions and governance best practices.
Skills and qualifications
Larry offers decades of leadership in mergers and acquisitions, securities/corporate finance and strategic advisory work. His long-standing experience supporting Boards of Directors and navigating sophisticated corporate matters strengthens the company’s oversighting capabilities and supports its commitment to responsible governance. His background in advising on complex transactions and governance frameworks enhances the company's ability to advance ethical business practices and drive sustainable solutions for food, feed and fuel.
Return to board of directorsMr. Larry Barden is a retired partner of Sidley Austin LLP, one of the world’s leading law firms. He served as Chairman of the firm’s Management Committee from 2014 to 2022 and was a member of its Executive Committee from 1999 to 2022.
Larry has more than 40 years of experience advising public and private companies across a wide range of domestic and international transactions. His practice focused on mergers and acquisitions, securities and corporate finance and strategic counseling, with deep expertise in corporate governance. He has worked extensively with Boards of Directors, providing guidance on complex transactions and governance best practices.
Skills and qualifications
Larry offers decades of leadership in mergers and acquisitions, securities/corporate finance and strategic advisory work. His long-standing experience supporting Boards of Directors and navigating sophisticated corporate matters strengthens the company’s oversighting capabilities and supports its commitment to responsible governance. His background in advising on complex transactions and governance frameworks enhances the company's ability to advance ethical business practices and drive sustainable solutions for food, feed and fuel.