The Team

Hi, we're the people behind Semper.

Our team is made up of experts in every facet of farmland investing — from leaders in global commodity trading to lifelong farm operators. What unites us is the drive to cultivate a better future for our investors and our world.

Ciro Echesortu

Co-Founder | Chair

Ciro has a 30-year career in senior management with the Dreyfus Group. He is the CEO and co-founder of TLG Partners and serves on the boards of the Irradia Foundation and Pearson College UWC. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Guelph.

Steve Dyer

Co-Founder | Managing Partner

Steve has over 30 years of experience in agricultural commodities trading and marketing, with a career that includes roles at Louis Dreyfus, Macquarie Bank, and a private cotton trading operation. He specializes in crop hedging strategies and holds a BS in Business Administration from The Citadel.

Juan Feeney

Business Development, Sales & Acquisitions

Juan specializes in business development and strategy across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and telecommunications. He has served as an Associate at Organización Techint and holds an MBA from IE Business School. Juan also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA).

Yinka Adeyemo

Finance & Business Operations

Yinka has over 25 years of experience in finance and accounting, with roles at Nestle and Nespresso. His background spans shipping, property development, and manufacturing sectors. Yinka holds an MBA in Finance from IONA College in New York and a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Illinois.

Miguel Reales

Operations

Miguel has over 15 years of experience in farm and portfolio management operations. He is the co-founder of Compass Ag LLC and served as General Manager at Optimum Ag LLC. Miguel is also the president of CREA Casares – 9 de Julio Group in Argentina and holds a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering.

Noah Bunton

Analyst

Noah has over 5 years of real estate management experience, previously serving as Senior Property Manager at J&D Management. He also worked with Fat Tire Tours and holds dual BAs in Business in the Liberal Arts and Performance & Communication from St. Lawrence University.

Tradition and Innovation

Our managers come from generations of family-run farming, blending time-honored practices with modern breakthroughs. While staying true to our roots, we adapt to new technologies with a strong commitment to long-term growth and liquidity for our investors.

Value-Added Partnerships

We partner with leaders in specialty crops, high-value ingredients, and integrated food value chains. Our focus on sustainability and understanding of consumer trends ensures that we remain at the forefront of the agricultural industry, delivering value from farm to table.

Global Farming Expertise

With farming operations across the Americas, our on-the-ground experience provides unique insights into risk management, technology testing, and market dynamics. Our expertise spans from regenerative agriculture to commodity trading, offering a comprehensive perspective on the evolving agricultural landscape.

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