Meet the Innovators Behind Fortera
Fortera is a team of highly skilled scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs who know how to minimize risk through thought, design, and execution.
20+ years chemicals and materials executive with track record forming strategic partnerships.
25+ years leading R&D across multiple technology platforms. Lead inventor of Fortera process.
30+ years experience building market leading companies in clean energy.
25+ years of global experience with high-growth and Fortune 100 companies, with an emphasis on strategic transactions and infrastructure projects.
25+ years cement veteran with Holcim and Heidelberg. Logistics management, production rate and quality.
15+ years experience in technology and product development. Lead inventor of Fortera cement.
25+ years Lafarge/Holcim multi-country CEO leading transformation projects and upgrading plants globally.
Over 20 years of experience developing and leading process technology and engineering programs from proof of concept to full-scale manufacturing in green materials and renewable energy.
20+ years leading and scaling operations for growth-stage companies in capital-intensive industries, building high-performing teams and transitioning key responsibilities.
15+ years researching and developing novel calcium cement chemistries and low carbon products.
10+ years developing novel calcium cement with a PhD in Geochemistry, and a Masters in Materials Engineering.
10+ years experience defining, launching, and scaling climate tech hardware products.
15+ years project finance and project development leader with strong history of equity building.
25+ years business development leader in building materials with proven track record in building global partnerships.
20+ years building & scaling high functioning teams from the ground up.
15+ years leading small and large corporate finance, audit, and administration responsibilities.
20+ years experience developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies.
20+ years chemicals and materials executive with track record forming strategic partnerships.
Founding Partner and Managing Director at Khosla Ventures.
Former Prime Minister of New Zealand, significant business experience in Asia (50% of cement market).
Political Strategist and Former Deputy Chief of Staff to President Obama.
Former CEO of LafargeHolcim Cement Group.
Managing Director, Co-Founder of Wollemi.
Our Values
Win with Optimism
Innovation is the key to success.
Never stop learning. Commit to creating something amazing.
Think Customer
Their success is our success.
Listen. Understand. Be a solution.
Always Be Honest
Integrity matters.
Be open. We do what we say & own what we do.
Show Respect
Teamwork is built on trust.
Value each other. Be inclusive.
Excel in Execution
Turn plans into results.
Leverage the team to succeed.
Stand Up for Safety
People matter most.
Continuously improve processes and solutions.
Build a Better
Future with Us
Be on the ground floor of a carbon-to-value movement that will impact millions for generations to come. We are looking for passionate thinkers, doers, and problem-solvers who share our vision that big challenges are big opportunities for change.
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