Synagro Technologies announced that Stephen W. Cole has been named president and CEO, bringing experience leading public, private and private equity organizations of international scope to the company.
"As we enter into a new phase of growth, I am confident in our capabilities and energized by our ability to move forward and grow,” said Geoffrey D. Roberts, chairman of the Synagro board of directors. “Steve brings Synagro a proven track record of driving growth along with a great mix of leadership, inspiration, operational experience, and passion for customer care.”
Cole offers executive experience leading sales, marketing, manufacturing operations, business development and logistics functions within all stages of the business cycle.
Previously, Cole served as an industrial advisor for EQT Holdings/EQT Partners, advising the firm as it carried out its mission to invest in companies across the world and helping them develop into sustainable companies. Prior to EQT, he was president and CEO of SVM Inc., a $400 million chemicals company with 800 employees.
Cole holds a bachelor of science in chemical engineering from Oregon State University and attended Columbia University’s Executive Education Programs in finance and marketing.
Source: Synagro