John Appel
About John Appel
John Appel serves as the Global Commercial Head at Biome Makers Inc., bringing extensive experience in product lifecycle management, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. He has a diverse background in various roles across multiple companies, demonstrating a strong ability to generate revenue and scale businesses.
Work at Biome Makers
John Appel serves as the Global Commercial Head at Biome Makers Inc., a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing commercial strategies and initiatives to drive business growth. His experience in product lifecycle management and strategic partnerships is integral to his work at the company. Appel's focus on scaling up businesses and gaining market share aligns with Biome Makers' mission to innovate in the agricultural sector.
Education and Expertise
John Appel holds an MBA in Finance from Lehigh University College of Business, which he completed from 2009 to 2012. He also earned a BA in Chemistry from Lehigh University from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product lifecycle management, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic partnerships within the agricultural and chemical industries.
Background
John Appel has extensive experience in various roles across multiple companies. He worked at Syngenta in several capacities, including Marketing Manager for Africa Middle East and Business Manager for Post Harvest. His career also includes positions at Avantor as Global Commodity Manager and Account Manager. Additionally, he served as President & Board Member at BPS Agriculture, LLC, and as Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Exacto Inc. His diverse background spans large public companies, middle-market private companies, and early-stage startups.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Appel has demonstrated a proven track record in generating first revenue and scaling businesses. His strategic initiatives have contributed to gaining market share in competitive environments. Appel's high-impact experience across various sectors, including agriculture and chemicals, showcases his ability to drive growth and innovation within organizations.
Professional Experience
In addition to his current role at Biome Makers, John Appel has worked as an Independent Advisor since 2022. His previous positions include Strategy & New Business Development Manager at Ashland, Inc., and various roles at Syngenta, where he focused on product marketing and strategy. His extensive experience in sales, marketing, and business development has equipped him with a global, multi-cultural perspective, having lived and worked in Europe and Africa.