Michael J. Parr

Michael J. Parr is a seasoned international developer with over 35 years of experience leading high-impact programs across Asia, Africa, and the United States. He has served as the Project Director at Land O’Lakes Venture37, overseeing a $35M U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded initiative in Bangladesh, driving trade facilitation, regulatory reform, process automation, and investment in cold chain infrastructure. He has a proven track record of building strategic partnerships with government agencies, mobilizing public-private investments, and designing programs that strengthen institutions, enhance market systems, and create sustainable economic growth. 

Throughout his career, he has led multi-country initiatives in enterprise development, agribusiness, and food systems, mentoring teams and guiding them through complex challenges, crises, and transformational change. 

His expertise spans project management, policy analysis, strategic planning, financial advisory, and capacity building, making him a trusted leader in driving results that combine social impact with economic development.