As the CEO of Synthesis Venture Fund Partners and Born Global, I oversee the strategy, operations, and growth of two companies that focus on technology and process innovation acceleration in the bioeconomy intersection of waste, energy, and food. With a PhD in Organizational Systems, an MBA in Entrepreneurship, and an MS in Biomimicry, I bring a unique combination of academic, business, and scientific expertise to the bioeconomy sector. I have over 30 years of experience as a serial entrepreneur and investor in the US and Europe, specializing in the deregulated energy market and integrating start-up ventures into large multi-national corporations such as AES-Constellation Energy, ABB, GE, Alstom, and Areva. I have also founded and directed several international forums, such as the Bordeaux Energy Colloquium and the Beirut Ethics Colloquium, to foster dialogue and collaboration among stakeholders in the energy and ethics domains. I am passionate about creating positive social and environmental impact through innovation, education, and leadership.