Genevieve (Gen) O’Sullivan is the vice president of communications and marketing at CropLife America, the national trade association representing formulators, manufacturers and distributors of organic and non-organic pesticides. A Washington state native, her background includes policy and campaign work, as well as public and private communications positions. Prior to joining CropLife America, she worked with various associations at the federal, state and local levels, representing recycling, garbage haulers and state foresters. She and her husband also spent several years owning a restaurant and cheesemaking facility in Washington D.C., and were designated the first cheesemakers in the history of the District.
Gen received her Bachelor of Arts in political science from Western Washington University. She has been an avid Seahawks fan for more than 35 years and thanks to her upbringing in the Pacific Northwest, still loves a good Pearl Jam concert and a comfy flannel.