Tomas joins the board of Kiss Holdings (Key Integrated Sustainable Solutions) as a Non-Executive Director, distinguished by his extensive experience and leadership in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and utility sectors across a global landscape. A multi-cultural and multilingual executive, Tomas fluently speaks English, German, Spanish, and French, an asset that has enabled him to successfully navigate and lead within diverse international markets including Germany, France, the U.S., Switzerland, Spain, and Latin America.

Throughout his illustrious career, Tomas has held prestigious roles as President and CEO, driving growth and operational excellence across various industries. His entrepreneurial spirit is evidenced by his founding or co-founding of five companies, showcasing his capability to identify and cultivate new business opportunities. Tomas’s comprehensive experience encompasses global P&L management, finance, corporate development, and a strong track record in mergers and acquisitions, having adeptly managed both the buy and sell sides of transactions. His strategic acumen has been instrumental in directing significant corporate restructurings, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and leveraged recapitalisations, as well as overseeing the closure and transformation of plant operations.

Tomas’s academic credentials include a degree in Business Administration and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, further complemented by executive education at the London Business School. His expertise extends to chemical production, where he has led substantial acquisition projects and divestitures, demonstrating a keen ability to enhance operational efficiency and drive sustainability initiatives.

At Kiss Holdings, Tomas will apply his vast expertise to support the development of a pioneering carbon-neutral bioethanol production facility in the UK. His leadership in chemical production, combined with a profound understanding of sustainable practices, positions him uniquely to guide Kiss Holdings towards achieving its vision of innovative, sustainable solutions in bioethanol production, aligning with the company’s commitment to zero CO2 emissions. Tomas’s strategic vision, coupled with his experience in steering complex operations and sustainability projects, will be invaluable as Kiss Holdings embarks on this ambitious and environmentally critical venture.