Solazyme, Inc. (NASDAQ:SZYM) today announced management changes to its
operational leadership under CEO Jonathan Wolfson and recently-appointed
President David Cole. The Company and Jean-Marc Rotsaert have mutually
agreed to his resignation as Chief Operating Officer. With Mr. Cole’s
appointment as President in December 2013, Solazyme does not have plans
to fill the COO position.
“I want to thank Jean-Marc for helping to build a strong and deep sales
organization at Solazyme and we wish him great success in his future
endeavors,” said Mr. Wolfson.
In addition, the Company has appointed Robert Webber to the new position
of Senior Vice President, Strategic and Operational Planning, reporting
to Mr. Cole. He will assume cross-functional responsibility for
operating plans across the Company.
Mr. Webber is an accomplished C-level executive with strong expertise in
operations. Over the past 25 years, he has led both public and private
companies spanning multiple industries, including bio-energy,
agriculture and life sciences. Mr. Webber was also a consultant at
McKinsey and is a graduate of Harvard Business School and Columbia
University School of Law.
Mr. Cole commented, “I’ve worked extensively with Rob and his proven
track record makes him a perfect addition to the team as we scale
production of our tailored oils in 2014.”
About Solazyme, Inc.
Solazyme, Inc. (SZYM) is a renewable oil and bioproducts company that
transforms a range of low-cost plant-based sugars into high-value oils
and food ingredients. Headquartered in South San Francisco, Solazyme's
renewable products can replace or enhance oils derived from the world's
three existing sources — petroleum, plants and animal fats. Initially,
Solazyme is focused on commercializing its products into three target
markets: (1) chemicals and fuels, (2) nutrition and (3) skin and
personal care.
Solazyme®, the Solazyme logo and other trademarks or service names are
trademarks of Solazyme, Inc.
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