CEO & CO-FOUNDER

Scott is the CEO and Co-Founder at Living Ink. He spent his career building early stage biotechnology companies. This includes venture backed Valcent Products Inc, Global Green Solutions and Solix Biosystems. At these startups he developed experience in product development, technology deployment and business development. At Living Ink, Scott drives strategic planning, fundraising and partnerships. This includes successful partnerships with with companies such as Nike, Patagonia and New Balance. He earned his B.S. from Michigan State University and his Ph.D from Colorado State University, where he as an NSF-GRFP Fellow and NSF-IGERT Bioenergy Fellow. During these bioenergy fellowships he implemented multidisciplinary approaches in policy, economics and environmental assessment.

CTO & CO-FOUNDER

Steve's past research focused on engineering algae to produce valuable commercial products. Steve engineered a strain of algae that is capable of producing a bio-fuel molecule that resembles diesel fuel. He also engineering a strain of algae that makes Astaxanthin, a molecule capable of protecting cells from dangerous toxins. Steve has also worked at the technology transfer office for CSU, CSU Ventures. He has led work leading to several granted patents and trademarks. Also, his work has been published in prestigious publications such as Nature Biotechnology. At Living Ink, he leads many activities including R&D strategy, scale up deployment, life-cycle analysis and patent portfolio development.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Jacob has spent his career operating at the intersection of innovation, sales, and manufacturing in multiple corporate settings. He brings extensive experience developing and commercializing new products in consumer good and nutraceutical industries with global brands including Armstrong World Industries, Newell Brands Rubbermaid, and ChromaDex Inc. Jacob leads Living Ink operations, supply chain, and business strategy efforts.

R&D DIRECTOR, INKS & DISPERSIONS

Tom is a veteran of the paint, inks and coatings industry, beginning as a formulator and advancing through various R&D leadership roles at PPG, AkzoNobel, Sherwin Williams, Valspar, Watson Standard and Michelman. His experience spans Architectural to Automotive applications with significant experience in Metal, Film and Paper Packaging. His commercial role at Dar-Tech provided additional insights into sales, new market development and distribution. In each role he has built high performing teams and contributed significant revenue from new products and raw material cost savings.

Tom leads the Living Ink R&D efforts for inks and dispersions.

DIRECTOR OF PARTNERSHIPS

Devon’s experience at both raw materials manufacturers and fashion brands equips her to understand the needs of all project stakeholders to ensure successful partnerships. During her tenure at pioneering bio-based indigo dye supplier, Stony Creek Colors, she spearheaded initiatives with leading global denim brands. Her diverse background includes roles with Teach For America and leading sales at sustainable footwear company, Nisolo. Devon, holds a BA in Political Science and Spanish, an M.Ed., and a Corporate Sustainability certificate from NYU Stern, and she is committed to integrating sustainable practices into the fashion industry, engaging partners, and highlighting the value of eco-friendly innovations.

STRATEGIC ADVISOR

Peter Bradley has 25 years of global business leadership with extensive experience in the food ingredients, specialty chemicals and consumer foods industries. He was Chief Executive Officer of Warwick Chemicals, a private-equity owned specialty chemical manufacturer. Other previous positions include President, Color Group based in the USA and President, Asia Pacific based in Singapore for Sensient Technologies Corporation, the NYSE listed flavor, fragrance and color business. He is now focused on supporting businesses take their company to the next level of success. Proven track record in developing and implementing growth strategies to deliver significant shareholder value through business performance enhancement, entry into new markets and strategic M+A activity.

STRATEGIC ADVISOR

Dr. Clayton is an expert in the development and commercialization of Smart Materials, Microencapsulation, Inks, Coatings Pharmaceuticals, and Nutraceuticals. He has a Ph.D. in chemistry and 20 years of commercial experience. Dr. Clayton is a Director at EFI working with scientists, engineers, and software developers, inventing technology for digital manufacturing. He was a Vice President at Chromatic Technologies where he led an explosion of innovation and product development. He was responsible for the new product pipeline, project management, and intellectual property. Dr. Clayton's team worked closely with Sales, Marketing, key clients (CPG and government agencies), Operations and global contract manufacturing organizations to invent, develop and produce smart materials to help business partners grow their business.

STRATEGIC ADVISOR

Ben Walker has more than 30 years of direct business planning & execution experience, marketing management including product development, market development, and technical marketing for new market categories/products as well as established product lines in the commercial and consumer space. Ben also worked for the HP corporate strategy group within the Merger and Acquisitions office. Currently he is chief marketing officer at Advanced Regenerative Therapies.