Our Leadership Page – Good Earth Minerals

Our Leadership

Leadership Committed to Sustainable Innovation

At Good Earth Minerals^® (GEM), we strive to enhance lives and restore the planet through innovative mineral technology. Our Business Units, Selecor^® and EcoGEM^®, lead the way: Selecor^® transforms the plastics industry with biodegradable solutions, while EcoGEM^® promotes sustainable agriculture and soil health. Together, we’re fostering a greener future.

"At Good Earth Minerals^®, our team is committed to healing the planet with proprietary products and technology that reduce plastics, boost crops, repair soil, and capture carbon."

Dr. Janice Jones

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Janice Jones

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Janice Jones

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Jones has 25+ years in finance, leading GEM to 385M tons of assets through mining acquisitions and advanced materials development. Previously, she was President of Chartwell & Company, an investment bank specializing in natural resources and technology. Her expertise spans corporate finance, strategic growth, and sustainable resource management.

Alan Miller

Board of Directors

Alan Miller

Board of Directors

Mr. Miller is a climate expert with 16 years at the IFC/World Bank, managing $1B+ in clean energy across 70+ countries. He founded the Center for Global Change, taught at 10 universities, and holds degrees from Cornell and Michigan, including a J.D. & MPP. A Fulbright Scholar, he’s a global policy leader.

David Martin

Executive Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, COO, Board of Directors

David Martin

Executive Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, COO, Board of Directors

Mr. Martin has 25 years of experience in food and agriculture, driving efficiency and profitability. He was VP of Operations at Essentia Protein Solutions, the largest global meat ingredients producer. He also held senior roles at ConAgra Foods, JBS, and Tyson Foods, leading operations across multiple countries and markets. One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar. The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because

Tom Paulson

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Tom Paulson

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Paulson has over 35 years as a CFO in high-tech companies, building strong relationships with U.S. and international investors, private equity, and Wall Street analysts. He raised over $350 million for three NYSE-American traded companies, including NovaBay, Avigen (sold), and Neurogen Corp. (sold), driving financial growth and success.

Bob Goodman

Executive Vice President, Strategy

Bob Goodman

Executive Vice President, Strategy

Mr. Goodman has over 30 years of senior executive experience serving in multiple roles as President & Chairman of companies with revenues over $400 million in both North America & Asia Pacific. He has worked extensively with private equity across multiple industries providing significant value creating solutions. 

Sean Debnath

President, Selecor

Sean Debnath

President, Selecor

Mr. Debnath is a seasoned leader with 30+ years in manufacturing, specializing in strategy and people-driven results. He has worked with top firms in Life Sciences, Pharma, Automotive, Construction, and Energy. Recently, he has focused on Sustainability and Climate-Tech. He holds a B.S., M.S. in Chemical Engineering, and an MBA.

George Lampros

Executive Advisor, Growth & Innovation

George Lampros

Executive Advisor, Growth & Innovation

Mr. Lampros is President of Business Growth Innovations and serves as an Operating Advisor, Partner, and Board Member for private equity and manufacturing firms. He has led Fortune 500 and middle-market companies as CEO or Senior Executive, consistently doubling EBITDA and driving high-value sales at strong enterprise multiples.

Saram Mendez

Chief Commercial Officer, EcoGEM

Saram Mendez

Chief Commercial Officer, EcoGEM

Mr. Mendez has extensive leadership experience in retail, consumer goods, food, beverage, and agriculture. He held executive roles at Coca-Cola, Newell Rubbermaid, and Home Depot and led North American Supply Chain Operations at Nutrien Ag Solutions, driving $280M in profit improvements. He holds a B.A. from California State University, Fullerton.

Terry Ford

Vice President, Technical Development

Terry Ford

Vice President, Technical Development

Mr. Ford has 30+ years of engineering and project management experience in specialized programs. As Director of System Engineering at Lockheed Martin, he led 175 engineers, technicians, and scientists, managing government development contracts. His expertise spans aerospace, security, and advanced technology solutions.

Ike Lewis

Director of Operations

Ike Lewis

Director of Operations

Mr. Lewis has 30+ years of experience in the industrial minerals industry, holding senior operational roles focused on profitability. He previously served in high-level positions at J.M. Huber Corporation, Martin Marietta Materials, Imerys, and LaFarge Aggregates, driving operational excellence and business growth.

Dr. Christopher White

Vice President, Operations

Dr. Christopher White

Vice President, Operations

Dr. Christopher White has 25+ years of experience leading mining and mineral production businesses in Oceania and the U.S. He has driven significant growth and market leadership in industrial and agricultural sectors. He holds a Master’s and Ph.D. in biological sciences and completed Monash University’s Executive Management Program cum laude.

Tim Baringer

Director of Supply Chain & Logistics

Tim Baringer

Director of Supply Chain & Logistics

Mr. Baringer has 25+ years in supply chain and transportation, holding key roles at IBM, Sterling Commerce, Swift & Company, Tyson Foods, and Schneider National. He earned a B.A. from Luther College and received the 2013 IBM Sales Eminence Award for excellence in logistics and operations.

Javier del Castillo

Vice President, Finance

Javier del Castillo

Vice President, Finance

Mr. Del Castillo has 20+ years of experience in finance, strategy, and M&A for industrial companies. He led Corporate Development at Gates Corporation, a $3B industrial and automotive manufacturer. He holds an MBA, with honors, from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a B.A. in Government from Cornell.

William Guy

Advisor to the Board

William Guy

Advisor to the Board

Founder & Chairman Emeritus of Cornerstone International Group and CEO of his local consulting company, Cornerstone Leadership Solutions, Mr. Guy has served as an Advisor to Boards of Directors and senior management of many of the world's largest organizations in both the public and private sectors. Previously, Mr. Guy served as a Senior Partner of Ward Howell International Group (now Heidrick & Struggles) and earlier as Senior Associate of Korn/Ferry & Associates, both firms being leaders in the field of retained executive search. Prior to entering the executive search and HR profession, Mr. Guy served as a Group Marketing Executive for six subsidiaries of an NYSE-listed conglomerate (International Industries Inc.) with worldwide responsibility.

Gary Saenger

Advisor to the Board

Gary Saenger

Advisor to the Board

Mr. Saenger is founder and CEO of Saenger Associates, a retained executive search firm since 1999. He previously held senior roles at R.J. Watkins, Right Management, Security Pacific, Citibank, and American Hospital Supply. He serves on the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Board and holds B.A. and M.A. degrees from Idaho State.

Dr. Leo Willner

Advisor to the Board

Dr. Leo Willner

Advisor to the Board

Dr. Willner held leadership roles at Western Digital and United Technologies and served as President of Mayco Group and Ventura Foods in California. He holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from NJIT and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from Northwestern University.

Dr. Joel Balbien

Advisor to the Board

Dr. Joel Balbien

Advisor to the Board

Dr. Balbien has helped CleanTech companies secure significant funding through federal state grants. He also served as CFO at Tensorcom, raising capital from strategic partners and investors. Previously, he was CEO of an advanced materials firm, Senior Economist & Assistant Treasurer at Sempra Energy, and a Strategic Planning Analyst at Unocal (Chevron), and JPL/NASA.