Key Takeaways
- Sedron has appointed Matt Parsons as Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operational growth and expansion of the Varcor® system across North America.
- Parsons brings over 25 years of operations management experience, previously serving as VP of Global EHS at Cargill, where he led sustainability and efficiency initiatives.
- His leadership will support the deployment and optimization of Varcor® facilities, including Curtis Creek Dairy in Indiana and projects in Washington, Wisconsin, and Florida.
- Sedron continues to drive sustainable waste upcycling solutions, positioning the Varcor® system as a key technology for resource recovery.
Sedron Names Matt Parsons as COO to Drive Operational Growth
Sedron, a leader in advanced water and waste upcycling solutions, has appointed Matt Parsons as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Parsons joins the company at a pivotal moment, as Sedron continues to expand its Varcor® system across North America, transforming waste into valuable resources through sustainable processing technology.
“We are thrilled to welcome Matt Parsons to Sedron,” said Peter Janicki, CEO of Sedron. “His deep operational experience and technical aptitude make him the perfect fit to lead our operations as we deploy Varcor® systems nationwide.”
Parsons will oversee Sedron’s operational strategy, including the deployment and optimization of key Varcor® facilities. His extensive background in large-scale operations and process efficiency aligns with Sedron’s mission to revolutionize waste management.
Bringing Extensive Leadership and Operational Expertise to Sedron
Parsons brings over 25 years of experience in operations management, previously serving as VP of Global EHS at Cargill, a global leader in food and agriculture. At Cargill, he led:
- Global environmental, health, and safety compliance across 900+ facilities.
- Cost reduction initiatives, achieving $70 million in annual savings and $30 million in new income through production efficiency.
- Large-scale fermentation and biorefinery operations, directing $140-190 million in annual capital investments.
A graduate of Iowa State University, Parsons has built a career focused on scaling operations, optimizing supply chains, and driving sustainable innovations—all of which align with Sedron’s expansion goals.
“The company’s vision to turn waste into valuable resources resonates deeply with me,” said Parsons. “I look forward to working with this talented team to expand our impact, delivering solutions that benefit both our customers and the environment.”
Scaling Sedron’s Varcor® System Nationwide
As COO, Parsons will oversee the nationwide expansion of Sedron’s Varcor® system, including:
- Curtis Creek Dairy facility in Fair Oaks, Indiana (near completion).
- Active projects in Washington, Wisconsin, and Florida.
- Future expansions focused on sustainable waste processing for agricultural and municipal partners.
