About us

To us, waste is a
failure of imagination

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We are dedicated to the pursuit of imaginative solutions to solve the world’s toughest waste challenges. We’re emboldened by moonshot missions and leave incremental improvement to others — our goal is to tackle only the most difficult unmet needs.

We apply our ingenuity through biotechnology and engineering to allow industry to transform liability to value and benefit our planet. Our process and resources make us different from our competitors, allowing us to work on multiple technologies across different sectors. 

At Allonnia, we start from a place where every problem has a solution.

Our team

Nicole Richards
Chief Executive Officer
Nicole Richards
Chief Executive Officer

With over 28 years of industry leadership within water treatment, mining and industry chemicals and pharmaceuticals, Nicole brings the perfect skill set to help Allonnia tackle critical industry issues and create the next generation of bioremediation solutions.

Before Allonnia, Nicole served as the Strategy, Growth and M&A leader for DuPont Water Solutions; and as a Global Director at Solvay.

Kent Sorenson
Chief Technical Officer
Kent Sorenson
Chief Technical Officer

Kent is an internationally recognized expert with over 25 years of experience, developing and applying innovative remediation technologies for water, soil, and sediments in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. He has worked at nearly 200 sites worldwide, and has co-authored over 40 scientific publications and given over 180 presentations at prestigious national and international conferences and symposia.

Chuck Price
Chief Commercial Officer
Chuck Price
Chief Commercial Officer

Chuck brings over 30 years of executive experience leading industrial businesses including mining, metal treatment, lubricants, oil and gas, water treatment and many others. He has a track record of bringing innovative technology to market and working with customers to solve their unmet needs. Prior to joining Allonnia, Chuck was a global executive vice president at Solvay, and worked previously at Cytec Industries and Rhodia.

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We’re always looking for great company. If you’re the type who seeks the big challenges, you might be just who we’re looking for.

Michaeline Albright
Technical Project Manager - Environmental Microbiology
Michaeline Albright
Technical Project Manager - Environmental Microbiology

Michaeline is an environmental microbiologist. She is passionate about using microbes as solutions to global challenges. She holds a B.S. in Geological Sciences from Brown University and a PhD in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Irvine.

Areen Banerjee
Technical Project Manager - SynBio
Areen Banerjee
Technical Project Manager - SynBio

Areen is a Synthetic Biologist with over 10 years of Academic and industry experience leveraging metabolic engineering & synthetic biology to develop sustainable solutions for use in the agricultural, pharmaceutical & bioenergy space. He has helped develop the first scalable dsRNA-based pesticide against Colorado Potato Beetle and was recently involved the developing mRNA vaccines against COVID-19 and the seasonal flu. He holds a master’s degree in biotechnology & a PhD in Microbiology

Allison Connolly
Sr. Research Associate
Allison Connolly
Sr. Research Associate

Allison is a microbiologist who specializes in working with environmental samples and non-model organisms. Her background in isolating bacteria, fungi, and algae from plant and soil samples has given her a deep appreciation for the diversity of microscopic life that exists just out of sight. She holds a B.S. in Biology from the University of Massachusetts Boston.

Bianca Cruz
Research Scientist
Bianca Cruz
Research Scientist

Bianca is a microbial ecologist who specializes in microbial interactions and the mechanisms by which they impact biogeochemical processes. She is passionate about probing into the diversity of microbial populations and harnessing their potential for novel applications in biotechnology. She holds a B.S. in Biology and a Ph.D. in Environmental Life Sciences from Arizona State University.

Elizabeth Deyett
Senior Bioinformatics Scientist
Elizabeth Deyett
Senior Bioinformatics Scientist

Elizabeth is a passionate bioinformatician with nearly a decade of experience in microbiology and microbial genetics. She aspires to help discover and leverage the powers of our microbial friends for the benefit of the world. She is constantly on the lookout for the next trend in data science and visualization. She is also a strong advocate for science communication through playful writing and storytelling which is showcased on her website Microbigals.com and podcast The Microbe Moment.

Alexandrine Gaspar
Research Associate
Alexandrine Gaspar
Research Associate

Alexandrine finds trash fascinating! Specifically, how materials cycle and how humans derive value from them. She has always been interested in what life does at a microscopic scale and is excited to learn more about what microbes' tiny systems can teach us. She recently graduated with a B.S. in Chemical and Biological Engineering. 

Siri Gawrisch
Chief of Staff
Siri Gawrisch
Chief of Staff

Siri serves as Chief of Staff for Allonnia, supporting the CEO in strategic planning, operations, project management, people, and communications. Siri is a strategy, insight, and marketing professional with over 20 years of experience in Fortune 100 companies such as Dow and DuPont. She loves to collaborate, enable strategic thinking, and catalyze execution.

Bryne Gramlich
VP of Business Development
Bryne Gramlich
VP of Business Development

Bryne is an accomplished Senior Operations Executive with 25 years of experience leading P&L business units in the oil and gas industry. He has a proven track record of unlocking a company’s value through strategic planning, developing highly effective and collaborative work teams, and building a culture based on innovation and continuous improvement.

Tom Lankiewicz
Microbiologist
Tom Lankiewicz
Microbiologist

Tom is a microbiologist who specializes in characterizing organisms for synthetic biology applications. He shifted his focus from microbial ecology to synthetic biology during his dissertation, using specialized anaerobes to break down plant material. He is excited to use his skills at Allonnia to valorize waste. He holds a B.A. from Grinnell College, an M.S. from the University of Delaware, and a Ph.D. from UC Santa Barbara.

Patrick Leggieri
Scientist
Patrick Leggieri
Scientist

Patrick is a chemical engineer who specializes in fermentation and characterization of non-model microbes. He enjoys building and automating new culture processes and he is passionate about waste valorization and bioproduction. He holds a B.S. from Lafayette College and a Ph.D. from UC Santa Barbara.

Kevin Lewis
North America Sales Manager
Kevin Lewis
North America Sales Manager

Kevin has more than 20 years of sales  experience in the environmental remediation and hazardous material management industries. He values customer relationships, and has a proven track record of providing unique solutions that meet and exceed client goals. Kevin holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Ball State University and a Masters in Agronomy from Purdue University.

Katie Mann
Sr. Marketing & Communications Manager
Katie Mann
Sr. Marketing & Communications Manager

Katie leads the marketing and communications strategy. She has nearly 10 years of experience building integrated communications, digital marketing, content, and brand programs in Fortune 500 companies, most recently at DuPont. She is passionate about collaboration, creatively bringing brands to life and sparking curiosity through content.

Tyson Maynard
Research Associate
Tyson Maynard
Research Associate

Tyson has worked on various projects involving a wide range of organisms including Drosophila, E. coli, and a few Human cell types. He is a recent graduate with a bachelor's in Biological Engineering from Wentworth Institute of Technology (WIT) and loves to hear passionate people discuss the things that interest them.

Michaela Moulaison
Executive Assistant
Michaela Moulaison
Executive Assistant
Michaela is an environmental advocate with diverse experience in transit planning, environmental education, and refugee resettlement. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Planning and Policy and a Master of Science degree in Urban Planning and Community Development. Her favorite method of education is through immersive travel and researching the latest methods and technology addressing the world’s greatest environmental challenges.
Zach Pierce
Environmental Engineer
Zach Pierce
Environmental Engineer

Zach is an environmental engineer with a passion for protecting public health and environmental stewardship formed during several years working as a consultant in the environmental remediation industry. He holds B.S. and M.S. in Environmental Engineering from Northeastern University, where he first became interested in the potential for transformative biology to solve problems related to waste and the built environment.

Andrew Punsoni
North America Sales Manager
Andrew Punsoni
North America Sales Manager

Andrew is an environmental scientist and business manager. His career has focused on both environmentally as well as economically efficient methods of remediation. He has extensive experience working with the public and private on hundreds of successful projects across the country and around the globe.

Rob Rappold
VP of Business Development
Rob Rappold
VP of Business Development

Rob has spent his 22+ year career in the water industry with roles ranging from sales to plant management to regional P&L ownership. He has a track record of partnering with his customers on environmentally focused projects geared to maximize client value. Rob is certified GE Black Belt and holds a bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from West Virginia University and an MBA with a concentration in Finance and Management Policy from Case Western Reserve University.

Karrie Radloff
Metals and Mining EngineerPosition
Karrie Radloff
Metals and Mining EngineerPosition

Karrie is a geochemist and environmental engineer who specializes in remediation of metals contamination of groundwater, soils, and sediments from mining and ore processing operations.  She is eager to leverage her 20 years of expertise in contamination to harness the value of mining wastes.  She holds a B.A. in Chemistry from Mount Holyoke College and a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Columbia University.

Dayal Saran
VP of Research
Dayal Saran
VP of Research

Dayal is a global R&D leader with over 15 years of industry experience leveraging metabolic engineering and biotechnology to commercialize novel solutions in the areas of industrial proteins and enzymes; flavors, fragrances and other food ingredients; insect control agents; live biotherapeutics; and biofuels. He holds a Master’s degree in Chemistry and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry.

 

Robert Sinkler
VP of Government Programs
Robert Sinkler
VP of Government Programs

Bob is passionate about improving nature with nature. Previously Bob was the Environmental Programs Chief for the U.S. Army.  After leaving the Army he served as the Water Resources Infrastructure Director for The Nature Conservancy’s North America Freshwater Program. Prior to joining Allonnia he was the Vice President for Technology and Commercialization in the Environment Sector at the pioneering biotechnology company, Intrexon.

Dan Stigers
VP of Business Development
Dan Stigers
VP of Business Development

Dan is an organic chemist who has spent 12 years developing sustainable innovations in the extraction of natural resources. He has managed a portfolio of new product development in collaboration with several prominent international mining corporations. Dan holds a BS in Chemistry from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of New Hampshire. 

Iris Williams
Contracts and Compliance Manager
Iris Williams
Contracts and Compliance Manager

Iris is an attorney with 20 years legal experience. For almost ten years she has worked for major Defense contractors, with increasing levels of responsibility in various functions including Global Trade, Supply Chain, and Contracts. Iris’ emphasis in each of her roles has included pioneering creative processes, project execution through successful team alignment, regulatory compliance, managing complex proposal development and negotiations, and outstanding relationship-building across all levels.

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