Management


Knut joined Yara from PwC, where he was a Partner in the firm’s consulting group.

Prior to joining Atlas Agro, Eduard was Head of Global Business at Tesseract Energy, a UK-based renewable energy startup. Before that he led M&A function of EuroChem Group AG, a leading global fertilizer company based in Zug, Switzerland. He joined EuroChem after 8 years at Goldman Sachs where he was an Executive Director in EMEA Natural Resources, advising clients on various finance and strategic issues all over the world. Prior to that he worked at UBS and Deloitte.

Giuseppe is Mechanical Engineer and holds an Executive MBA.

Before joining Atlas Agro in May 2022, Rodrigo worked as Director of Continuous Improvement for Americas in Yara, after spending 3 years implementing a lean-based productivity system in several fertilizer plants in Europe and Latin America generating more than 500 MUSD in savings.
Rodrigo also headed two different regional operations in Brazil in Yara, encompassing 7 industrial sites and delivering more than 2,3 million tons of products yearly. In Oslo, he received a global award for the fantastic work done in safety in the Paranaguá site.
He also has a background in logistics, being responsible for managing overall inbound and outbound logistics of Parana and Mato Grosso states in Yara for years in Yara. He also managed inputs and spare parts inventories in other companies in the energy and garment industries.
Rodrigo has an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School, and specializations in Logistics and Lean Manufacturing from FAE Business School and PUC-PR, respectively. He has also a degree in Business from Universidade de Pernambuco.

He possesses an analytical mindset with a focus on solving problems and optimizing processes to improve efficiency. Jose is passionate about sustainability and is committed to creating automation systems that reduce waste and minimize environmental impact.
Beyond his professional career, Jose is an avid gamer and keeps up with the latest technology trends, always seeking to expand his knowledge in these areas. Driven by a desire to contribute to a more sustainable world through his work, he actively seeks ways to incorporate innovative solutions into his automation projects.
With his extensive experience and deep commitment to sustainability, Jose is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to leverage automation to improve their operations and drive long-term growth.

Dan is a native of the PNW, where he received an Electrical Engineering Degree from the University of Idaho and a Masters’s in Communication from Gonzaga University. Outside of family, Dan has a passion for cycling, and can often be spotted on lonely roads in the Swiss Alps.

Specialized in EPC Project management in different locations (Europe, KSA, Russian Federation, South America, Egypt). Across her professional life she develop her project execution skills with a close grip on the contractual and strategic implication of the project
decisions, with a special focus on risk management.
Lavinia brings to Atlas Agro skills needed to optimize the engineering management, the procurement activities and construction phases of the zero-carbon fertilizer projects.

Prior to joining the Atlas Agro team, Rodrigo was Head of FP&A for Latin America at the Sino-American consumer goods joint venture Midea Carrier do Brasil and previously had stints at Nutrien Soluções Agrícolas, the world’s largest supplier of agricultural inputs, leading the corporate finance area in the company’s expansion strategy focusing on business performance, implementation of improvement processes and onboarding acquired companies, in addition to having spent almost 7 years at Mosaic Fertilizantes, the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash, with emphasis on participating in the acquisition process of Vale Fertilizantes by the group. He also has experience with management and implementation of infrastructure projects where he served as Project Controller at Omega Energia in the construction of a wind farm in the state of Piauí/Brazil, in addition to having held other positions in the financial area of multinational companies such as Alpargatas, ALL Logística and Nestlé.
Sports lover, specially tennis, he is graduated in Economics from the University of São Paulo and in Business Administration from the University of Ribeirão Preto, he also holds a postgraduate degree in Risk Management and a MBA from the Alliance Manchester Business School at the University of Manchester.

David’s career began at one of the most important engineering companies in Spain, where he gained in-depth expertise in managing diverse equipment units, from small ones to considerable packaged ones. His experience led him to specialize in developing modular approaches for new plants in the Oil & Gas sector.
David is a Chemical Engineer having a Master’s degree in Polymer Technology. His academic background and practical experience enable him to offer valuable insights and technical guidance to the Atlas Agro team. He has successfully applied his expertise to projects across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, demonstrating his versatility in adapting to new challenges.
One of David’s keen interests is exploring the potential of Digital Twins in plant design, construction, and operation. He believes that incorporating digital twins into the engineering process can help minimize risks, enhance efficiency, and improve the overall quality of the project. His dedication to exploring new technologies and techniques makes him a valuable asset to the Atlas Agro team.

Gina was born in Vancouver, BC and while she grew up living all over the world, she calls the Pacific Northwest home. She earned her B.A. from the University of Washington and her J.D. from the University of Notre Dame Law School. She is always on the go, whether juggling the schedules of her three kids, practicing yoga, or getting lost running Oregon trails.

Focused on the electrical discipline, Beatriz has experience in defining and managing technical requirements across multiple countries (Saudi Arabia, Peru, Turkey, Spain), as well as in field engineering (Refinery in Perú). She has skills in Project Management, Vendor Management and Team Leadership, during Engineering, Procurement and Construction activities. She is an analytical profile with problem solving mindset and innovation approach.
Beatriz is passionate about electrical engineering and achieving a more sustainable world. She loves nature and enjoys the countryside where she combines the care of her two kids with the practice of ski and golf.


He holds an MSc in Project Management from the University of Liverpool and specialization in Process Engineering from Universidad del Norte, fields of study that he is passionate about.
Before joining Atlas Agro team, Roberto was Production Director at Fertinagro France and previously Senior Technical Manager at Omnia Fertilizer in South Africa. He started his career at Abonos Colombianos S.A. (nowadays Yara) where he held the position of Project Process Engineer for the New Business Development Department.
Roberto is a passionate seasonal age-group triathlete, so it is not surprising to see him competing in medium and long-distance races wherever he is.
Board of Directors




Knut joined Yara from PwC, where he was a Partner in the firm’s consulting group.
