Our management & business development team (in alphabetical order):
Hugo Duchemin (Director of European Business Devlopment), stands out as a distinguished executive with a rich background in logistics, transportation, and aerospace, currently leading as the Managing Director at COMWORXX S.A.S. in France, a position he has held since May 2019. His tenure at COMWORXX is highlighted by significant achievements in management consulting and the pioneering of international business development
ventures, particularly in aviation and the emerging green hydrogen sector. Before his current role, Duchemin made substantial impacts at Kuehne + Nagel and DSV - Global Transport and Logistics, where he excelled in global aerospace client management, strategic aerospace development for France, and spearheaded business development and logistics solutions in the aerospace industry, including special projects post the UTi acquisition by DSV.
Duchemin’s career journey includes pivotal roles that shaped his expertise and industry leadership, notably as Director Client Solutions at UTi Worldwide Inc., where his focus spanned global account management and logistics for the aerospace and pharmaceutical sectors. His professional narrative began with significant contributions to Air France and continued with international leadership roles at South African Airways and Lufthansa Cargo, managing airfreight operations and sales. across European and global markets, Duchemin has consistently demonstrated exceptional skills in sales, marketing, and account development, underpinning his reputation for driving strategic innovations in logistics and aerospace. His forward-looking approach and ability to navigate complex supply chains and initiate groundbreaking projects in aviation and sustainable technologies mark him as a visionary leader in the dynamic global business environment. Hugo Duchemin is a German citizen who grew up trilingual in Brussels, studied in Germany, the US and France, and resides in Paris. linkedin.com/in/hugoduchemin https://www.linkedin.com/company/comworxx/
Richard Gilles (EVP of Operations), has carved a distinctive path through an impressive fusion of disciplines, beginning with a solid academic foundation in
ecology, evolutionary biology, and extending into foreign languages, construction, architectural design, finance, and systems engineering. His deep-seated interest in applied complexity theory has profoundly influenced his professional outlook, particularly in sustainability and the development of emerging ventures. As Managing Director at Barnraisers Group, LLC, Gilles has been pivotal in fostering innovation within energy generation, green hydrogen production, and more, underscoring his commitment to addressing critical global challenges. His contributions span economic development, including impactful work in Somalia, and significant roles within finance, national security, and biotech sectors. Gilles's consultancy has global reach, affecting change across various industries and continuing to drive sustainable and resilient business practices. His recognition for enhancing the sustainability of the built environment and his ongoing commitment to public service and education exemplify his dedication to societal improvement.
linkedin.com/in/rickgilles https://www.barnraisersgroup.com/
Kevin Manovich (President), is our founder. He has had a robust and diverse entrepreneurial career.
Beginning as an IT senior systems engineer he
developed a very successful IT consulting business working with companies large & small in solving their systems engineering and project issues.
He has created numerous technology companies along with investing in technology companies. He has been involved throughout the years with the Arts and is partner is a NYC-based theatrical productions company.
Having traveled the world for his consulting he has learned to respect the different cultures and societies to which our planet is host.
Mr. Manovich has a passion for solving complex issues and founded Green Earth Carbon Solutions LLC to bring a different approach to the Carbon removal industry.
He has worked with numerous non-profits and has sat on their boards.
linkedin.com/in/kevin-manovich-08205524
Ms. Guo Xinnong (Director of Business Development for the Asian Market) of Green Earth Carbon Solutions LLC. She is an
experienced senior executive who has founded companies in many fields, including technology, education, finance, consulting, and media. She has extensive experience in top-level design, planning, marketing, supply chain management, procurement cost management, risk control, development, and financing.
She has a wide network of resources, especially in the fields of technology, education, artificial intelligence, ecological protection, carbon reduction, new energy, and media. She also has extensive experience in international cultural and artistic exchanges, the construction of smart education systems, industry-education integration, investment management, business contacts, and the establishment of organizational institutions, and has deep and diversified capabilities in promotion and cooperation.
She has extensive experience in technology projects and has the ability to develop, transform results, promote, operate, manage, and finance. She has extensive social resources and has keen insight and a pioneering spirit.
She is passionate about innovation and development, and is committed to promoting the growth and success of enterprises in different industries.