Green Spot Technologies
Ben Ostrander, PMP, is a seasoned project management professional with extensive experience in various industries. Currently serving as Manager at PCI Government Services LLC since June 2023, Ben previously held the position of Project Manager at Craneware from July 2022 to June 2023 and at Carilion Clinic from May 2016 to July 2022. Earlier roles include Project Manager at JPI and Senior Consultant at Integrated Federal Solutions from 2013 to 2015. Ben's career began as a Financial Analyst at BAE Systems, followed by a Management Consultant role at BDO USA, LLP. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Trust & Investment Management from Campbell University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from Bridgewater College.
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Green Spot Technologies
Green Spot Technologies (GST) is leveraging solid state fermentation and upcycling to reinvent food ingredient solutions. 1/ Ferment'Up cocoa ingredients alternative solution range of powders for reducing cost and environmental footprint at once 2/ Ferment'Up tomato to sauce manufacturer for decreasing cost and optimising texture in their recipe with 100% of the tomato The company was initially founded in New Zealand following the PhD thesis of Dr. Ninna Granucci. In 2018, after a successful fundraising round, the company relocated to France, where both the country and the European Union provide ideal conditions for its growth. Currently, the team comprises over 23 members with expertise spanning microbiology, biochemistry, food science, process engineering, and business development. Green Spot commercial team is located in Toulouse and the production facility of the ingredients is at the industrial demonstrator in Carpentras. On top both commercial and industrial teams are supported by our formulation and biotech team in Toulouse. The company collaborates closely with French, European, and international research organizations, industrial partners, side stream suppliers, analytical labs, and public entities. Earthshot Prize finalist 2024 – Cartier Women Initiative 2024 - EIC winner - FrenchTech Agri20 - KraftHeinz Innovation challenge winner - Givaudan Innovation task force prize - and many more to come.