Assembling an expert team to lead the evolution of a company working on innovation in the biotechnology industry is a challenge worth pursuing. Recently launched Verdant Technologies™ is meeting that bar by expanding its people capital with leaders with proven success in their areas.
Chief Revenue and Marketing Officer Gordon Robertson joins Verdant Technologies CEO Ron Erickson and President Jon Fobes to lead the company’s commercial efforts. Robertson has more than 30 years of industry and sector experience as the former chief revenue officer of Apeel Sciences, and held executive vice president roles at Sun World International and Campbell’s Soup Company.
Gordon Robertson.
“Bringing Gordon into our organization early on to craft our go-to-market strategy is a significant step forward,” said President Jon Fobes. “Gordon has expertise in the industry, a mastery of branding and sales and has liaison experience that will be key as we manage partnerships that range from growers to supermarket executives.”
Additional key leaders added to the Executive Team include:
- Chief Administrative Officer Bob Nye is responsible for Human Resources, Management Practices, Information Technology, Facility Management, Risk Management/Safety, and Regulatory Compliance. Nye has over 30 years of experience as a senior executive in retail and wholesale management. He is the former vice president of human resources for Holiday Companies.
- Vice President of Finance Bryan Roberts leads Financial Planning & Analysis, Risk Analysis, Accounting, Finance, Treasury, International Commerce and Investor Relations (Financial). Roberts has over 20 years management experience in financial planning & analysis and accounting. Roberts also brings a background in retail, wholesale and supply chain industries.
- Vice President Operations Joe Sarageno manages Scientific Initiatives, Patent Management Production Operations, and Manufacturing Trials. Sarageno was an engineering specialist at 3M for 32 years and is an expert in web-based manufacturing processes, flexographic printing, and UV curing. He also brings project management acumen for the development of new products and product line extension.
- Lynn Anderson serves as Executive Advisor to Verdant on business execution, legal matters and board relations. Anderson was executive vice president and general counsel for Holiday Companies for 30 years.
“This executive team has the business acumen in addition to the breadth and depth in technical, science and retail sectors that make them uniquely positioned to help Verdant Technologies grow from a foundation of continuous innovation and uncompromising quality,” said Fobes. “We believe that our technology can significantly impact product value, reduce food waste, and increase the reach of traditional supply chains. Their collective wisdom in an industry where business credibility is critical means we can be trusted to set new benchmarks with our offerings.”
The executive team will operate from the company’s headquarters location in St. Paul, Minnesota.
For more information:
Gordon Robertson
Verdant Technologies
Tel: +1 (661) 487-2230
Email: Gordon.Robertson@verdant-tech.com
www,verdant-tech.com