Our mission
At Hydrosome Labs, our mission is to harness the transformative power of Ultrafine Bubble Technology to redefine the essence and potential of water. Through our innovative technology, Hydrosome H2O, we aim to lead the way in sustainable innovation, offering solutions that improve efficiency, enhance health, and contribute to environmental stewardship across diverse industries. We are committed to advancing the science of ultrafine bubbles, driving forward with a vision that bridges the gap between nature’s simplicity and technological advancement, for a better, more sustainable future.
Our team Experts in Business + Science Technology
At Hydrosome Labs, our team combines business expertise with scientific innovation, all focused on the transformative power of Hydrosome H2O and its advanced nanotechnology. Our group includes leaders from Fortune 500 companies like P&G, Goldman Sachs, Néstle Health Sciences, and the Intercontinental Exchange. With a strong background in chemistry and technology, our staff and board members guide startups to success, drawing from experience at companies like Constellation Brands and Argonne National Labs. The Science Advisory Board, led by experts from Procter & Gamble and Chobani, directs our scientific path and connections.
We are actively seeking partners to advance our nanotechnology-driven product and drive progress in various industries.
Leadership Team
Advisors
Scientific Advisors
Leadership Team
Paul Gadbut
President & CEOPaul's immediate past include Managing Partner, of a corporate asset management firm. In addition, he has served in executive positions with several Financial Institutions
James Chow
Chief Financial OfficerJames Chow served as Chief Financial Officer at Oak Street Health. Prior to Oak Street, James spent over 20 years in different leadership roles in startups and turnarounds in the managed care space. He is a Certified Public Accountant
Jay Chamberlain
Chief Operating OfficerJay has a 30+ year career in global transportation & logistics and was one of the largest franchisees of a $4 Billion franchise rollup. He has also been active in real estate investing and startups.
bob jacobs
PresidentBob is a consumer products veteran with 20+ years of experience working in various roles at Procter and Gamble. In addition, he has experience across various industries, serving as Chief Brand Officer for Volvo Car Group – Americas and a brand leader at Starwood Hotels.
Nick Jackowetz PH.D.
Senior Vice President, Principal ScientistNick holds a Ph.D. in Food Science from Cornell University and has extensive R&D experience in the food, beverage, and biotechnology sectors. His professional accomplishments include the commercialization of over 100 food and beverage products and the development of novel nano-emulsion technologies to improve taste, stability, and bioavailability of fat-soluble ingredients.
Keith Brushett
Senior Vice President of OperationsKeith has 25+ years experience in the food and beverage industry. His past companies have designed and built numerous turn key production facilities, implementing state of art technologies throughout each process. He has served in Engineering leadership roles for Constellation brands and Ballast Point brewing, and has lead many innovative R&D projects from conception to completion. He is passionate about collaborating on new ideas, and discovering new technologies that can improve our well being.
Carly Hanson, Ph.D.
Senior ScientistCarly has a Ph.D. in Physical Organic Chemistry from Loyola University Chicago and a B.S. in Chemistry from Valparaiso University. She brings years of experience in mechanistic elucidation of metal-mediated chemical processes as well as experience involving radical trapping antioxidants and their role in the inhibition of hydrocarbon/lipid autoxidation.
Cassie Villanueva
MicrobiologistCassie has a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Rochester and years of experience in pilot scale fermentation for biopharmaceutical production. Cassie was previously worked at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research producing biopharmaceuticals for clinical trials. She brings years of experience fermenting various microorganisms including E. coli, P. pastoris, CHO and SF9 cell lines.
Kiriako Tsoukalas, M.S.
Director of Business Development & ScientistKiriako holds an M.S. in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Northwestern University and a B.S. degree in Chemistry from Indiana University. During his academic journey, he conducted research rotations at the Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center studying cancer cell inhibition using different chemotherapy drugs.
Matt Johnson
Director of Business Development and Investor RelationsPrior to joining Hydrosome Labs, Matt's professional past included managing risk as a sole proprietor trader in the Grain and Treasury futures and options pits at the Chicago Board of Trade, a franchise owner of a moving and labor concept, freelance copywriter, and volunteer Director of Fundraising for a Cystic Fibrosis nonprofit organization.
John Ranallo
Director of Business DevelopmentJohn holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Iowa. He brings expertise in strategic planning, sourcing, customer engagement, and vendor relations across diverse industries. With a strong background in sales and supply chain operations, he is dedicated to driving growth at Hydrosome Labs.
Ethan Tuel
Director of Business DevelopmentEthan graduated with high distinction from the Kelley School of Business and earned a B.S. in Finance and International Business. He has past experience working in enterprise sales in the software industry.
Advisors
Chris Edmonds
Investor AdvisorChris is the Global Head of Clearing & Risk at Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE). Edmonds oversees all of ICE’s clearing house operations and the global risk management team. He serves as Chairman of Hydrosome Labs, LLC
Martina F. Aufiero
Investor AdvisorTina has 20+ years as an investor, acquirer and operator in the technology sector. Her diverse experience includes leading investments at Goldman Sachs, building a VC practice, and raising startup capital. She has been a member of the Board of Directors for numerous tech companies, an advisor to tech accelerators and was named to Institutional Investors’ FinTech Finance 40.
Barbara McCartney
Strategic AdvisorBarbara is a seasoned leader in Food, Nutrition, and Wellness, with over 25 years managing branded portfolios at top consumer products firms. Previously, she served as the North American President of Nestle Healthcare Nutrition.
She earned an MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management and holds a BS in Human Development and Social Policy from Northwestern University.
William Rusconi
Strategic AdvisorBill has over 30 years’ experience in drug, device, diagnostics and consumer products and has held senior management
positions ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 including, Procter and Gamble, Baxter Healthcare and Myriad Genetics. Mr. Rusconi earned his BS in Molecular Biology from Vanderbilt University and MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University.
Lance Lively
Strategic AdvisorLance Lively is co-founder of The Gut Punch, a platform exploring the U.S. food and healthcare systems. A Princeton graduate, he focuses on alternative proteins, precision fermentation, and food equity. He’s worked with The Good Food Institute and presented at institutions like The Culinary Institute of America.
Jon Veldhouse
Strategic AdvisorJon Veldhouse is a biotechnology executive with 25+ years of experience spanning fermentation science, agricultural innovation, sustainable materials, and commercial-scale manufacturing. He is the former head of global fermentation operations at Cargill and founding CEO of Qore®, a joint venture between Cargill and HELM. He is currently Principal at Veldhouse Advisory, and an Industry Advisor at BioMADE.
Scientific Advisors
Shekar Mitra Ph.D.
Scientific Advisor Dr. Mitra, former Senior VP of Innovation at P&G, brings 30+ years’ experience in Skin Care, Oral Care and Health Care. He was awarded over 50 patents at P&G & led numerous breakthrough innovations. He is a recipient of prestigious Ellis Island
Medal of Honor recognized by the U.S. Congress and listed in the Congressional Record for his contributions to touching/improving lives via innovation leadership and community service.
Thierry Saint-Denis Ph.D.
Scientific AdvisorDr. Saint-Denis has 25 years of experience leading Nutrition Science, Innovation, and Product Development teams in the Food & Beverage industry. He is an inventor in multiple patents in functional foods & beverages. Currently, he serves as Vice President of R&D at Chobani and over the past 10 years, he has played a key role in designing and launching several highly popular food products enjoyed by millions daily.
Gaylen M. Zentner Ph.D.
Scientific AdvisorDr. Zentner holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical
Chemistry from the University of Utah.
Scientific expertise is focused on formulation development and all technical activities supporting both drug substance and drug
product sections of Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control (CMC) regulatory submissions where he has 40 years of pertinent
experience.
Minto Michael
Scientific AdvisorMinto has a Ph.D. in Food Science from Kansas State University. He has worked extensively for over 17 years on food microbiology, food safety, dairy probiotics, and fermentation, with a focus on the applications of ultrafine bubbles in food safety and processing for over 5 years. Minto was an assistant professor at Washington State University and currently serves as an adjunct faculty at Washington State University and Federation University, Australia. Minto brings extensive research experience and food industry knowledge, with over 25 peer-reviewed publications and about 100 presentations/invited lectures at various professional conferences and institutes.
Our Team of Experts
Leadership Team
Paul Gadbut
President & CEOPaul's immediate past include Managing Partner, of a corporate asset management firm. In addition, he has served in executive positions with several Financial Institutions
James Chow
Chief Financial OfficerJames Chow served as Chief Financial Officer at Oak Street Health. Prior to Oak Street, James spent over 20 years in different leadership roles in startups and turnarounds in the managed care space. He is a Certified Public Accountant
Jay Chamberlain
Chief Operating OfficerJay has a 30+ year career in global transportation & logistics and was one of the largest franchisees of a $4 Billion franchise rollup. He has also been active in real estate investing and startups.
bob jacobs
PresidentBob is a consumer products veteran with 20+ years of experience working in various roles at Procter and Gamble. In addition, he has experience across various industries, serving as Chief Brand Officer for Volvo Car Group – Americas and a brand leader at Starwood Hotels.
Nick Jackowetz PH.D.
Senior Vice President, Principal ScientistNick holds a Ph.D. in Food Science from Cornell University and has extensive R&D experience in the food, beverage, and biotechnology sectors. His professional accomplishments include the commercialization of over 100 food and beverage products and the development of novel nano-emulsion technologies to improve taste, stability, and bioavailability of fat-soluble ingredients.
Keith Brushett
Senior Vice President of OperationsKeith has 25+ years experience in the food and beverage industry. His past companies have designed and built numerous turn key production facilities, implementing state of art technologies throughout each process. He has served in Engineering leadership roles for Constellation brands and Ballast Point brewing, and has lead many innovative R&D projects from conception to completion. He is passionate about collaborating on new ideas, and discovering new technologies that can improve our well being.
Carly Hanson, Ph.D.
Senior ScientistCarly has a Ph.D. in Physical Organic Chemistry from Loyola University Chicago and a B.S. in Chemistry from Valparaiso University. She brings years of experience in mechanistic elucidation of metal-mediated chemical processes as well as experience involving radical trapping antioxidants and their role in the inhibition of hydrocarbon/lipid autoxidation.
Cassie Villanueva
MicrobiologistCassie has a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Rochester and years of experience in pilot scale fermentation for biopharmaceutical production. Cassie was previously worked at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research producing biopharmaceuticals for clinical trials. She brings years of experience fermenting various microorganisms including E. coli, P. pastoris, CHO and SF9 cell lines.
Kiriako Tsoukalas, M.S.
Director of Business Development & ScientistKiriako holds an M.S. in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Northwestern University and a B.S. degree in Chemistry from Indiana University. During his academic journey, he conducted research rotations at the Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center studying cancer cell inhibition using different chemotherapy drugs.
Matt Johnson
Director of Business Development and Investor RelationsPrior to joining Hydrosome Labs, Matt's professional past included managing risk as a sole proprietor trader in the Grain and Treasury futures and options pits at the Chicago Board of Trade, a franchise owner of a moving and labor concept, freelance copywriter, and volunteer Director of Fundraising for a Cystic Fibrosis nonprofit organization.
John Ranallo
Director of Business DevelopmentJohn holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Iowa. He brings expertise in strategic planning, sourcing, customer engagement, and vendor relations across diverse industries. With a strong background in sales and supply chain operations, he is dedicated to driving growth at Hydrosome Labs.
Ethan Tuel
Director of Business DevelopmentEthan graduated with high distinction from the Kelley School of Business and earned a B.S. in Finance and International Business. He has past experience working in enterprise sales in the software industry.
Strategic Advisors
Chris Edmonds
Investor AdvisorChris is the Global Head of Clearing & Risk at Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE). Edmonds oversees all of ICE’s clearing house operations and the global risk management team. He serves as Chairman of Hydrosome Labs, LLC
Martina F. Aufiero
Investor AdvisorTina has 20+ years as an investor, acquirer and operator in the technology sector. Her diverse experience includes leading investments at Goldman Sachs, building a VC practice, and raising startup capital. She has been a member of the Board of Directors for numerous tech companies, an advisor to tech accelerators and was named to Institutional Investors’ FinTech Finance 40.
Barbara McCartney
Strategic AdvisorBarbara is a seasoned leader in Food, Nutrition, and Wellness, with over 25 years managing branded portfolios at top consumer products firms. Previously, she served as the North American President of Nestle Healthcare Nutrition.
She earned an MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management and holds a BS in Human Development and Social Policy from Northwestern University.
William Rusconi
Strategic AdvisorBill has over 30 years’ experience in drug, device, diagnostics and consumer products and has held senior management
positions ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 including, Procter and Gamble, Baxter Healthcare and Myriad Genetics. Mr. Rusconi earned his BS in Molecular Biology from Vanderbilt University and MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University.
Lance Lively
Strategic AdvisorLance Lively is co-founder of The Gut Punch, a platform exploring the U.S. food and healthcare systems. A Princeton graduate, he focuses on alternative proteins, precision fermentation, and food equity. He’s worked with The Good Food Institute and presented at institutions like The Culinary Institute of America.
Jon Veldhouse
Strategic AdvisorJon Veldhouse is a biotechnology executive with 25+ years of experience spanning fermentation science, agricultural innovation, sustainable materials, and commercial-scale manufacturing. He is the former head of global fermentation operations at Cargill and founding CEO of Qore®, a joint venture between Cargill and HELM. He is currently Principal at Veldhouse Advisory, and an Industry Advisor at BioMADE.
Scientific Advisors
Shekar Mitra Ph.D.
Scientific Advisor Dr. Mitra, former Senior VP of Innovation at P&G, brings 30+ years’ experience in Skin Care, Oral Care and Health Care. He was awarded over 50 patents at P&G & led numerous breakthrough innovations. He is a recipient of prestigious Ellis Island
Medal of Honor recognized by the U.S. Congress and listed in the Congressional Record for his contributions to touching/improving lives via innovation leadership and community service.
Thierry Saint-Denis Ph.D.
Scientific AdvisorDr. Saint-Denis has 25 years of experience leading Nutrition Science, Innovation, and Product Development teams in the Food & Beverage industry. He is an inventor in multiple patents in functional foods & beverages. Currently, he serves as Vice President of R&D at Chobani and over the past 10 years, he has played a key role in designing and launching several highly popular food products enjoyed by millions daily.
Gaylen M. Zentner Ph.D.
Scientific AdvisorDr. Zentner holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical
Chemistry from the University of Utah.
Scientific expertise is focused on formulation development and all technical activities supporting both drug substance and drug
product sections of Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control (CMC) regulatory submissions where he has 40 years of pertinent
experience.
Minto Michael
Scientific AdvisorMinto has a Ph.D. in Food Science from Kansas State University. He has worked extensively for over 17 years on food microbiology, food safety, dairy probiotics, and fermentation, with a focus on the applications of ultrafine bubbles in food safety and processing for over 5 years. Minto was an assistant professor at Washington State University and currently serves as an adjunct faculty at Washington State University and Federation University, Australia. Minto brings extensive research experience and food industry knowledge, with over 25 peer-reviewed publications and about 100 presentations/invited lectures at various professional conferences and institutes.
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