Key Takeaways
- Vivent Biosignals appoints Fernando Derossi as Chief Executive Officer and Partner, effective February 1, 2026
- Leadership change follows a funding round led by Agri Investment Fund
- Founders Nigel Wallbridge and Carrol Plummer continue in active leadership roles
- Company plans to scale its plant biosignals platform internationally
- Focus remains on AI-driven plant intelligence and real-time crop insights
Leadership Transition Marks New Chapter for Vivent Biosignals
Vivent Biosignals has announced the appointment of Fernando Derossi as Chief Executive Officer and Partner, effective February 1, 2026. He will join founders Nigel Wallbridge and Carrol Plummer in leading the company’s next phase of development.
The appointment follows a recent funding round led by Agri Investment Fund, with participation from Pymwymic and Horticoop. According to the company, the new capital and expanded executive team position Vivent Biosignals to accelerate its strategy of delivering real-time plant feedback and AI-driven insights to growers worldwide.
Strengthened Executive Team to Support Global Scaling at Vivent Biosignals
Fernando Derossi Brings Global AgTech Leadership Experience
Fernando Derossi brings more than 20 years of experience in scaling AI-powered and science-based agricultural technologies. He has held senior leadership positions at Syngenta, BASF, and UPL Corporation, managing global teams and business units across North America, Latin America, and Europe. In addition, he has contributed to multiple agtech and fintech ventures, supporting scale-ups and exits.
