Erik Scher

Erik Scher holds the position of Chief Commercial Officer at Koloma, leading the strategic partnership strategy and international business initiatives. In addition, Erik serves as an Operating Partner at True North Venture Partners, focusing on commercialization and strategic planning for portfolio companies, particularly in hydrogen technology. Concurrently, Erik is the Independent Board Chair at Trillium Renewable Chemicals and Independent Board Director at Aether Biomachines, Inc. Previous roles include President and Chief Commercial Officer at Hyconix, and Chief Operating Officer, Interim CEO, and President at Siluria Technologies, Inc. Erik's extensive background in chemistry and engineering has driven innovation in the chemical industry, supported by leadership roles in various organizations focused on nanomaterials, catalysts, and process technologies. Erik's educational credentials include a PhD in Materials Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, and a BA in Chemistry from Rice University.