Colin is passionate about positive change, building and leading teams, and bridging the gap between cutting edge academic science and the market. As iCEO at NitroCat Energies, Colin is responsible for leading the company in activities related to business development, strategic partnerships, and fundraising. In his previous Lab to Life role, as an Executive-in-Residence, Colin contributed to the CSU Strata entrepreneurial ecosystem by mentoring academic founders, guiding them through market discovery and risk mitigation activities. With over 10 years of experience in the AG-tech sector, Colin is a results oriented leader, who developed one of the most distinguished brands in horticulture. Colin is also a PhD microbiologist, a patented inventor, and has published multiple manuscripts in the field of microbial ecology and biotechnology. His multiple roles and combined professional experience demonstrates his commitment to fostering growth in both the corporate and academic spheres, capitalizing on academic and industry expertise to bridge the gap between science and business.
