Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Nicole Atchison is the CEO of PURIS Holdings, a leading plant-based food and ingredients company, and the CEO of Acremade, a sustainable agriculture technology startup. With a strong background in engineering, project management, and executive leadership, she brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic vision to drive innovation and growth in the food and agriculture industries.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
CEO, PURIS Holdings (2020 - Present)
- Oversees the strategic direction and operations of PURIS Holdings, a global plant-based food and ingredients company
- Spearheads the development and commercialization of novel plant-based protein solutions and sustainable food technologies
- Serves on the Board of Directors, providing strategic guidance and oversight to drive the company's long-term growth and market expansion
CEO, Acremade (2021 - Present)
- Leads the development and deployment of Acremade's innovative sustainable agriculture technologies
- Focuses on enhancing crop yields, improving soil health, and reducing the environmental impact of modern farming practices
- Collaborates with industry partners and stakeholders to advance the adoption of sustainable agricultural solutions
Board Member, PURIS Holdings / World Food Holdings (2006 - Present)
- Provides strategic oversight and guidance to the executive team on key business decisions and initiatives
- Contributes expertise in technology innovation, product development, and sustainability to support the organization's growth
Member of The Supervisory Board, Rival Foods (2022 - Present)
- Serves on the Supervisory Board, offering strategic counsel and oversight to the company's executive leadership team
- Leverages her experience in plant-based food technology and sustainability to support Rival Foods' product development and market expansion
Career Progression
Prior to her current roles, Nicole Atchison held several engineering and leadership positions, including:
- CTO, World Food Holdings at PURIS (2017 - 2020)
- Project Manager and Senior Development Engineer at Spectranetics (2015 - 2017)
- Senior Development Engineer and Development Engineer at Covidien (2012 - 2015)
- Doctoral Research at the University of Minnesota (2007 - 2012)
- Student Design Engineer at Medtronic (2007 - 2008)
- Research Assistant at Iowa State University (2005 - 2006)
Throughout her career, Nicole has demonstrated a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and driving positive change in the food and agriculture industries.
Academic Background
Nicole Atchison holds a Doctoral degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, where she specialized in the development of novel biomaterials and medical devices.
Areas of Expertise
- Plant-based food and ingredient technology
- Sustainable agriculture and crop optimization
- Product development and commercialization
- Executive leadership and strategic planning
- Project management and cross-functional collaboration
- Regulatory compliance and quality assurance
Professional Impact
- Spearheaded the development and commercialization of PURIS's proprietary plant-based protein ingredients, which have been widely adopted by leading food manufacturers
- Led the integration of Acremade's innovative precision farming technologies, resulting in improved crop yields and reduced environmental impact for partner farms
- Serves on the Board of Directors and Supervisory Board, providing strategic guidance and oversight to drive the growth and long-term success of PURIS, World Food Holdings, and Rival Foods
Conclusion
With her extensive experience in engineering, product development, and executive leadership, Nicole Atchison is a proven innovator and strategic thinker. As the CEO of PURIS Holdings and Acremade, she is at the forefront of driving sustainable transformation in the food and agriculture industries, leveraging her technical expertise and visionary approach to create lasting positive impact.
