Gabriel Villar

Gabriel Villar currently serves as Chief Executive Officer at Athos Bioindustries and Director of R&D Strategy and Operations at Peko, where focus lies on addressing ecological challenges through microbiome innovation. Previous roles include Program Manager for R&D Operations at Upward Farms, Director of R&D and Quality Assurance at Koppert Biological Systems USA, and R&D Scientist at BD. Gabriel’s academic background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Entomology from Penn State University, complemented by postdoctoral studies in related fields and a Bachelor of Science in Entomology from Cornell University. Extensive experience in research, development, and project management highlights a commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions in agricultural and environmental sciences.