Agilyx Corp., Tigard, Oregon, has appointed Mark Barranco as its senior vice president of engineering and execution to help drive the acceleration of the company’s global expansion.
According to a news release from Agilyx, Barranco has more than 30 years of experience in the petrochemical industry as well as a variety of experience in technical and business roles spanning basic chemical products, such as olefins, aromatics or derivatives, such as polymers and resins.
Prior to joining Agilyx, he was senior strategy advisor at ExxonMobil Chemical Co.
In his new position, Barranco will provide technical oversight and a customer-focused approach to delivering the company’s multiple projects on target. Agilyxy says his focus will be to meet the global need for circular pathways set by sustainable development goals and legislation through the development of advanced recycling facilities that use Agilyx’s technology.
“We are excited to welcome Mark who brings a deep understanding of chemical industry processes to Agilyx’s advanced recycling technology at a crucial time in the company’s growth,” says Tim Stedman, CEO of Agilyx. “Mark’s addition to the team is vital in developing strategies to meet the ever-increasing demand for our technology.”