Armando Leon brings extensive international experience in corporate management, operations, and startups, particularly in Mexico, the United States, and Spain. With a background in banking, agribusiness, and sustainable aquaculture, Mr. Leon has been instrumental in developing innovative digital technologies for high-power electrical systems over the last eight years. For the past 20 years, he has focused on sustainable technologies, including seaweed and shrimp production. Recently, he has led efforts at Algal Tech to develop cutting-edge technology for cultivating seaweed in a controlled environment, introducing Aonori as a revolutionary ingredient in the nutraceutical market. Mr. Leon holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the National Autonomous University of Mexico and an MBA from National University, San Diego, California.
Algal Tech, Inc. Algal Tech, Inc. is the result of over 20 years of research and development by an interdisciplinary team from the USA and Mexico. This team, with expertise in marine biology, plant physiology, biotechnology, nutrition, bacteriology, aquaculture, engineering, marketing, corporate finance, and management, has successfully domesticated a species of algae called Aonori (Ulva clathrata). Aonori, whether fresh or dried, is now utilized as a high-nutritional-value food source for human consumption and animal feed.
Over the past decade, Algal Tech has developed and optimized a Controlled Environment Aeroponic (CEA) system specifically for cultivating Aonori. This innovative system makes Algal Tech the only organization globally that grows seaweed using such technology. The production process is eco-friendly, with zero use of fresh water, no fertile land requirement, no negative environmental impact, and it acts as a CO2 sink. Additionally, no pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, or fungicides are used, ensuring high product quality.
Algal Tech is establishing a niche market with this new product by offering a more balanced nutritional composition. Aonori is rich in protein (25%), soluble fiber (23%), minerals (20%), vitamins, and antioxidants, making it a highly nutritious supplement. Its clean label, mild umami flavor, and health-promoting benefits make it ideal for enhancing the nutritional profile of new and existing products. The company will focus on producing dry flakes and powder formats of Aonori in a B2B model, targeting nutraceutical and wellness product companies.