Adriana Penuela-Useche

Adriana Penuela-Useche is an experienced advisor and consultant specializing in business development and sustainability. Currently serving as an Advisor at Mars Materials and a ClimateTech Community Organizer at MCJ Collective, Adriana has moderated panels and hosted events to foster community engagement. Previous roles include consulting for startups such as Aepnus Technology and Intropic Materials, and participating in the Growth Team at Sapphire Ventures, where Adriana developed investment theses in energy decarbonization. Adriana's extensive background also includes leadership positions at Corteva Agriscience and DuPont, focusing on operational strategies and sustainability initiatives. Academic credentials include an MBA from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Florida.