Marissa Nicolais

Marissa Nicolais has a strong background in business development and strategic planning. Marissa is currently working as a Senior Director of Strategic Business Planning & Development at Revol Greens since May 2023. Prior to that, they served as the Director of Business Development at OCEANIUM from April 2022 to May 2023.

From 2016 to 2022, Marissa held various roles at Benson Hill, including Director of Business Development from February 2021 to April 2022, Senior Manager of Business Development from March 2020 to February 2021, Manager of Business Development from March 2019 to February 2020, and Business Development Associate from October 2016 to March 2019. During their time at Benson Hill, they developed business and market strategies for early-stage technologies, managed customer relationships, and led negotiations for out-licensing and collaborative development programs.

Marissa also worked as a Business Development Associate at Dazor Lighting Solutions from March 2016 to October 2016, where they played a key role in the company's purchase by a strategic buyer. Additionally, they gained experience as a Senior Sensory Technician at The J.M. Smucker Company from January 2013 to July 2014, and as a Research and Development Technician and Summer Intern at SensoryEffects Flavor Systems from 2009 to 2011.

Overall, Marissa Nicolais has a proven track record in business development and strategy, with experience in various industries including agriculture, lighting solutions, and food manufacturing.

Marissa Nicolais completed their Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School between 2014 and 2016. Prior to that, they pursued their Bachelor of Sciences degree in Biology at Denison University from 2008 to 2012. Marissa completed their high school education at Villa Duchesne High School from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, they attended the Danish Institute for Study Abroad in 2010. No specific details are provided regarding the duration or field of study for their time at the Danish Institute for Study Abroad.