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Doris Mao is in charge of developing cellulosic fiber-based packaging, focusing on looking for solutions for primary packaging in Asia.
Alexey Vishtal is working at Capsul’in Pro as a Head of Cellulose development and focusing on bringing home-compostable pulp-based solutions for single-serve beverage systems to the market. He has more than 15 years of experience in various roles in FMCG, material and process development with a focus on packaging sustainability. His core abilities lie in the bringing novel innovative packaging concepts into industrial use, from idea conceptualization to CAPEX and operational excellence. He also has strong academic background in paper physics, barrier coatings, and packaging converting where he authored more than 20 peer-reviewed papers and hold 10+ international patents
Dr. Chuantao Zhu holds a Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry from Stockholm University, Sweden. In 2020, he joined Stora Enso’s Formed Fiber unit, where he began working in the molded fiber industry. As a Research Specialist and Project Leader, his responsibilities covered not only wet-end solutions but also focused extensively on dispersion barrier applications and technology development. Since 2024, Dr. Zhu has held a global position at Solenis, supporting customers across Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region. He provides consulting services, molded fiber (MF) technology training, and on-site support for production trials. In addition to his technical expertise, Dr. Zhu leverages his broad network within the molded fiber supply chain to help customers connect with resources that enhance their R&D and production capabilities, creating added value beyond technical consulting.
Jerome Zhang is a Senior R&D Engineer at the YUTOECO R&D Institute, specializing in the development of eco-friendly packaging materials and products. With over a decade of experience in technical service solutions and two years in hands-on product R&D in the manufacturing sector, Jerome brings deep expertise in sustainability, with a particular focus on food-contact safety and carbon reduction strategies.
Throughout his career, Jerome has led and participated in projects that span the entire product lifecycle—from early-stage research and feasibility analysis to prototyping, mass production, and market rollout. His unique ability to bridge technical innovation with real-world application allows him to deliver solutions that are not only functional but also scalable and environmentally responsible.
Passionate about driving the packaging industry toward a greener future, Jerome continues to explore new materials, processes, and designs that support the circular economy and meet evolving regulatory and consumer expectations.
