James Stark
About James Stark
James Stark serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Green Plains Inc., where he has been since 2022. He has extensive experience in financial leadership, having previously held key roles at various companies, including Darling Ingredients and Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Work at Green Plains
James Stark currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Green Plains Inc., a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees critical financial functions, including treasury, accounting, tax, financial planning and analysis, investor and media relations, internal audit, and business technology. Stark has been instrumental in negotiating key contracts and acquisitions for the company. Prior to his current role, he worked as Executive Vice President for nine months in 2022 and held various positions within the company from 2009 to 2019, including Vice President of Investor and Media Relations.
Previous Experience
Before joining Green Plains Inc. in his current capacity, James Stark held several significant positions in various organizations. He served as Vice President of Investor Relations at Darling Ingredients from 2019 to 2022. His earlier tenure at Green Plains included roles as Vice President of Investor and Media Relations and Executive Vice President. Stark also worked at iSECUREtrac as President and CFO, and at Greyhound Lines, Inc. as Director of Investor Relations. His diverse experience spans multiple industries, including finance and transportation.
Education and Expertise
James Stark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from The University of Texas at Arlington, where he studied from 1985 to 1987. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Phoenix between 1996 and 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and investor relations, which he applies in his current role at Green Plains Inc.
Leadership and Responsibilities
In his role as Chief Financial Officer, James Stark leads the financial functions of Green Plains Inc. in alignment with the standards set by the Financial Accounting Standards Board and the Securities and Exchange Commission. He partners with the CEO and senior leadership team to identify proactive solutions that mitigate risks and support the company's strategic objectives. His oversight includes critical areas such as financial planning, internal audit, and business technology.