LS9 appoints Juncosa executive VP of chemicals

LS9, Inc., a technology leader in the development of renewable and sustainable products, appointed Gary Juncosa as executive vice president of chemicals. Juncosa’s responsibilities will include overall responsibility for the development and commercialization of LS9’s chemical business. Prior to joining LS9, Juncosa was vice president of operations and a member of the Board of Directors at China-based YingYang Aroma Chemical Group, the largest aroma producer in Asia. At YingYang, he led the manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, customer service, sales, marketing and business development functions. Previously he was a global business director at Chemtura Corp., a U.S.-based specialty chemical manufacturer. Juncosa holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Babson College in Wellesley, Mass., and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, both located in the United States. “With over 25 years of experience in the chemicals business including managerial, financial, and business development roles, Gary brings a diverse and comprehensive background to accelerate LS9’s capabilities in this industry,” said Ed Dineen, president and CEO. “His strategic approach and global expertise will be a welcome addition to our management team.” (March 7, 2012)