Scott Rozelle is professor and senior fellow in the Freeman Spogli Institute of International Studies in Stanford University. He codirects the Stanford Center on China's Economy and Institutions. His work focuses mostly on many aspects of rural China's economy. He has received many awards from China's government and is an adjunct professor and 10 different Chinese universities.

Yasmin Siddiqi is currently the Director for AFNR covering Central West and South Asia regions. She has over 25 years of work experience including 15 years in ADB. 

In ADB, she has led project conceptualization, loan and technical assistance processing, and administration of complex loans. Ms. Siddiqi continues to drive knowledge solutions on agriculture, food, nature and rural development including private sector participation.