Stephen Gatto

Stephen Gatto is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader, known for founding successful ventures in diverse industries like real estate, finance, technology, and innovation. He is particularly recognized for his expertise in the development and commercialization of bio-based products, with a strong focus on biofuels, bio products, and biobased specialty chemicals. Gatto's notable achievements include founding Myriant Corporation, a pioneering renewable chemicals company that manufactured and commercialized bio-succinic acid, a valuable green chemical intermediate. His leadership at Myriant led to securing significant government financings, including a $50.0 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy and a $25.0 million loan guarantee from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.