Extensive experience in writing of USDA and state-level grants and biomass project development. Mr. Sherfy has provided significant research and analysis for numerous ethanol and biomass projects and is a specialist in feedstock research and financial analysis. Prior to joining FBA, Mr. Sherfy worked in both the real estate appraisal and commercial finance fields. He received a bachelor' s degree in physics and an Executive MBA (masters of business administration) from the University of Memphis.