Meet Our Team

Empowering excellence every day. 

Desenvolvido por People. Driven by Passion.

Our people are our biggest asset. They’re the creative minds, problem solvers and go-getters who make everything we do possible. Our team brings passion, expertise, and a whole lot of heart to the table. Get to know the amazing individuals who drive our mission forward and make Sterilex a great place to be. 

Together We Achieve

We believe in giving our all, whether we are tackling a challenging project or celebrating our successes. Our team knows how to roll up their sleeves and get the job done, but we also know the importance of unwinding and having a good time.

From intense brainstorming sessions to lively team outings, we strike the perfect balance between productivity and fun. It’s this dynamic mix that fuels our creativity and keeps us motivated.

Leadership Team

Our Leadership team is the driving force behind our success. These visionary leaders bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and passion to the table. 

Colleen Akehurst

Chief Executive Officer

Matthew Jurchak

Diretor financeiro

Stefan Wright

Sr. Vice President of Sales, Americas

Dr. Scott Burnett

Vice President, R&D and Technical Services

David Agresti

Vice President, Operations

Megan Macy

Director of Global Marketing Communications

Andrea Harmon

Vice President, Human Resources

Build Your Career with Us

If you’re excited by the challenge and rewards of being part of a dynamic team, we may have a place for you. Sterilex offers a supportive environment for professional growth and generous benefits. Join us and make a difference.

Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors are experienced leaders who bring knowledge and experience, guiding us with their insights and supporting us every step of the way. 

Colleen Akehurst

Chief Executive Officer

Angelos Dassios

Membro do Conselho

Alex Josowitz

Membro do Conselho

Alex Puglisi

Membro do Conselho

Sergio Pupkin

Membro do Conselho

Rich Shuler

Membro do Conselho

Steve Smith

Membro do Conselho

América do Norte Technical Application Consultants

Zach Hayter

Gerente de Vendas da América do Norte, Saúde Animal

15 years of experience in the poultry industry. Previous roles included live production, equipment sales and biosecurity products.

Brian Usery

Animal Health Account Manager

24 years of experience in the poultry industry. Previous roles include Farm and Operations Manager for one of the largest egg producers in the U.S. and a Territory Manager for distribution companies.

Adam Esser

Sr. Technical Applications Manager

16 years in the food industry. Previous roles included Plant Manager for a multinational dairy company, Regional Manager in F&B. 14 years in Chemical Manufacturing as owner/partner and a founding member of the Paterson N.J. chapter of the American Association of Textile Colorists and Chemists.

Manny DeJesus

Especialista em Aplicações Técnicas, Proteína

19 years in the food industry. Previous roles include Sr. Account Manager with global chemical distribution company, Sanitation Manager with Fortune 500 company, and Preventative Medicine Technician with the U.S. Navy.

Benito Rosas

Gerente de distrito, Oeste

17 years in the food industry. Previous roles included Account Manager with global chemical distribution, Quality and Operations leaderships roles in dairy and RTE facilities.

Joe McGuire

Consultor de aplicativos técnicos, Sudoeste

29 years in the food and chemical industries. Previous roles included District Manager for two global chemical companies (including U.S. Manager of the Year award winner)

Matt Menacher

Consultor de aplicativos técnicos, Norte

16 years of experience in the food industry. Previous roles included Strategic Account Manager in process filtration for global dairy processors and various roles in the food and hospitality industry.

Jake Carlisle

Consultor de aplicativos técnicos, Sudeste

8 years in F&B chemical sales. Previous roles included Account Manager, teaching and coaching.

Trevor Brown

Consultor de aplicativos técnicos, Nordeste

10 years of experience in F&B chemicals. Previous roles included operations management with a specialty in poultry chemistries and intervention chemistry delivery systems.

Ashley McEnulty

Gerente de distrito, Leste

18 years of experience in the food industry, specifically produce. Her previous roles included Micro Lab Supervisor, FSQA Manager, and SQF Consultant.

Research + Development Team

Have a Question?

Our Technical Application Consultants (TACs) are available to assist with trialing, product training and support, and biofilm consultations. We’re here to help, so please reach out and let us know how we support you!