Guy Penard

Guy Penard is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the sustainable materials and chemicals sector. Currently serving as Vice President at Yilkins B.V. since September 2018, Guy is focused on the global commercialization of biomass drying and torrefaction technologies. In addition, Guy holds the position of Director of Business Development at Ruby Bio, which is known for its innovative sugar-based surfactant platform. As President and Owner of GWP & Associates BV, Guy provides consulting and investment services for sustainable materials and industrial biotech companies. Previous roles include Senior Vice President at Kiverdi, Inc., CEO of SyntheZyme LLC, and significant leadership positions at Cognis Oleochemicals LLC and Cabot Corporation, where impactful strategies and growth initiatives were implemented. Guy's educational background includes an MBA in Marketing and Business Planning and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, both from the University of Twente.