About
Mark Matlock spent over four decades at Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), where he advanced from analytical chemist to Senior Vice President of Food Research. He directed research on food ingredients and applications, oversaw the commercialization of multiple novel ingredients including xanthan gum and trans-free solid fats, and was instrumental in several major ADM acquisitions. He now advises Synthesis Capital on portfolio companies and investment opportunities in the food ingredient and alternative protein sectors.
Invests in
AgTechFoodTechHealthtech
Experience
- Synthesis CapitalTechnical Advisorcurrent2021 — presentLondon Area, United Kingdom
- Nature's FyndScientific Advisory Councilcurrent2020 — presentChicago, Illinois, United States
- Archer Daniels Midland CompanySenior Vice President Research1980 — 2019Decatur, Illinois, United States
Education
- The University of AkronM.S., Polymer Chemistry1978 — 1987
- Millikin UniversityB. S., Chemistry1974 — 1977
Skills & more
Technical Consultation
From Mark's professional profile.
Colleagues at Synthesis Capital
Amanda Schaible
Senior Associate at Synthesis Capital
Andreas Hadjiyannis
Director of Finance and Operations at Synthesis Capital
Costa Yiannoulis
Managing Partner at Synthesis Capital
David Welch
Investor at Synthesis Capital
Dr. David Welch
Chief Scientific Officer and Co-Founder at Synthesis Capital
Georgina Sánchez Moles
Analyst at Synthesis Capital
Gina Boswell
Advisory Board at Synthesis Capital
Rosie Wardle
Partner at Synthesis Capital
Frequently asked questions
- Where does Mark Matlock work?
- Mark Matlock is Advisor at Synthesis Capital.
- What does Mark Matlock invest in?
- Mark Matlock invests in AgTech, FoodTech, Healthtech.
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