Jason Martin is the Director of Strategic Development at POET, specializing in biofuels. A Professional Engineer with a degree from Montana State University-Bozeman, he has a background in managing the entire lifecycle of industrial facilities, from design and construction to commissioning and operations.
Inspired by the motto “Let’s get back to nature, ” Jason’s professional focus on deriving energy from agricultural waste suggests a personal alignment with nature and sustainable practices. His career is centered on creating value from the land in an environmentally conscious way.
He managed Project LIBERTY, the first commercial-scale plant in North America to produce advanced liquid biofuel from corn plant waste.
Jason Martin
Director of Strategic Development at POET
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States
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Advanced Biofuels
He managed "Project LIBERTY, " a pioneering commercial plant that converted agricultural waste into cellulosic bioethanol, and now leads strategic development in this area.
Sustainable Agriculture
His work focuses on utilizing corn stover for energy, adding value for farmers while researching the science of sustainable biomass collection.
Industrial Project Management
As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), he has overseen the development, design, construction, and commissioning of complex industrial facilities.
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Work History
8-2021
Director of Strategic Development at POET
12-2016 - 8-2021
General Manager LIBERTY at POET Plant Management
5-2007
Senior Project Manager at POET Design & Construction
5-2000 - 5-2007
Project Engineer at Cargill
Education
1995 - 2000
BS from Montana State University-Bozeman
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Location : Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director of Strategic Development at POET
