Sep 24, 2024
Sollum Technologies strengthens board with Jacqueline Heard appointment

Sollum Technologies has appointed Jacqueline Heard, CEO of Enko Chem, to its board of directors, marking a significant step in the company’s growth and presence in the U.S. market.

Heard, a leader in the agri-food industry, brings a wealth of experience in sustainable agriculture, technology commercialization, and venture capital. At Enko Chem, she has driven the development of innovative pest and disease management products for farmers, growing the company since its founding in 2017.

Jacqueline Heard

“As we continue to expand and innovate in the dynamic LED lighting industry, Ms. Heard’s extensive experience in agribusiness and venture capital will be invaluable,” said Louis Brun, president and CEO of Sollum Technologies. “We are excited to benefit from her strategic insights and leadership.”

Heard has raised $150 million in investments for Enko and has built partnerships to support the company’s growth in the $70 billion agricultural market. She was also featured in Forbes’ “50 Over 50” list for her contributions to the industry.

“I am excited to join Sollum Technologies at a time when the company is leading the way in sustainable and energy-efficient lighting solutions for greenhouses,” Heard said.

Her appointment enhances Sollum’s governance, which includes partners like Idealist Capital and Fondaction. Sollum, founded in 2015, provides dynamic LED lighting solutions for greenhouses and controlled environments, offering energy savings and improved crop productivity.