Biotech industry scale-up in bio-based surfactants seeking Independent Board Member
This company is an innovative scale-up in the biotech industry producing sustainable biosurfactants derived from biowaste and side streams. They are pioneering eco-friendly solutions for multiple sectors, including personal care, home care, and industrial & institutional (I&I) applications worldwide.
To accelerate their global and market expansion, they are looking for an Independent Board Member who brings both strategic leadership and strong commercial development expertise.
Criteria:
• Extensive senior international (EMEA, US) experience in operational and executive roles within chemicals, specialty chemicals, ingredients, or closely related sectors.
• A strong track record in commercial development, business growth, and sales, preferably with exposure to both B2B markets. Optional: B2C experience is a plus.
• Experience working with VC and/or private equity-backed companies, ideally with prior Board or Advisory Board roles. Board Certification is a plus.
• Ability to navigate the dynamics of a fast-growing start-up/scale-up, including governance, strategic partnerships, and organizational development.
• Affinity with green chemistry, bio-based product innovation, and sustainability-driven business models is a plus.
• A solid network within the home and personal care sector (EMEA, US) that can accelerate strategic collaborations and commercial traction.
• Bonus: hands-on experience in scaling a technology from lab to commercial.
If you have a strong commercial and strategic background within the chemical or sustainable materials landscape and are excited to help shape the future of bio-based surfactants, we would love to connect.
Criteria:
• Extensive senior international (EMEA, US) experience in operational and executive roles within chemicals, specialty chemicals, ingredients, or closely related sectors.
• A strong track record in commercial development, business growth, and sales, preferably with exposure to both B2B markets. Optional: B2C experience is a plus.
• Experience working with VC and/or private equity-backed companies, ideally with prior Board or Advisory Board roles. Board Certification is a plus.
• Ability to navigate the dynamics of a fast-growing start-up/scale-up, including governance, strategic partnerships, and organizational development.
• Affinity with green chemistry, bio-based product innovation, and sustainability-driven business models is a plus.
• A solid network within the home and personal care sector (EMEA, US) that can accelerate strategic collaborations and commercial traction.
• Bonus: hands-on experience in scaling a technology from lab to commercial.
If you have a strong commercial and strategic background within the chemical or sustainable materials landscape and are excited to help shape the future of bio-based surfactants, we would love to connect.
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