Speakers

Thea brings two decades of effective commercial leadership to the battery materials sector. As Chief Commercial Officer at Ecobat, she guided the lithium-ion recycling division from concept to established market presence, directing capital deployments across North America and Europe. Previously, she led the successful turnaround of a publicly traded Brazilian enterprise, resulting in its acquisition by Shell Oil. Thea currently serves as strategic advisor to the Board of Momentum Technologies, alongside advisory roles with other companies in the battery and metals ecosystem. Her approach combines commercial insight with operational expertise to deliver strong results in complex global markets, helping organizations navigate change and identify new opportunities. She holds an MBA from Kellogg School of Management and a BS in Neuroscience from Lafayette College.