Momentum Technologies, a leader in the processing and recovery of high-purity critical metals and minerals, announced the appointment of Dorothea ‘Thea’ Soule to its Advisory Board of Directors. Soule brings a wealth of global experience across industries such as batteries, metals, recycling, and agriculture, making her a valuable asset to Momentum’s strategic direction.
Soule’s extensive career spans over two decades in the energy and metals industries. She previously served as the Chief Commercial Officer at Ecobat, the world’s largest battery recycler, where she spearheaded the lithium-ion recycling division and expanded its operations across the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany. Her leadership at Biosev, a Louis Dreyfus Company in Brazil, provided her with a unique global perspective that further strengthens Momentum’s strategic vision.
Mahesh Konduru, CEO of Momentum, expressed enthusiasm about Soule’s appointment, highlighting her expertise across various departments and segments. Konduru emphasized that Soule’s strategic leadership in organic growth, coupled with her strong network within the industry, makes her an invaluable addition to the Board as Momentum continues to expand its capabilities in the critical metals space.
Anthony Weiss, fellow board member at Momentum and Executive Director (USA) of TechMet, a major shareholder in the company, echoed Konduru’s sentiment. He described Soule’s insights and operational expertise, particularly in scaling businesses in the metals and battery recycling sectors, as ideal for the Advisory Board. Weiss expressed confidence in the positive impact Soule’s guidance will have as Momentum continues to drive innovation and sustainable solutions.
Soule holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a B.S. in Neuroscience from Lafayette College. Her academic background, combined with her extensive industry experience, positions her as a valuable asset to Momentum’s pursuit of sustainable and innovative solutions in the critical metals space.
Momentum Technologies, based in Dallas, is a lithium-ion battery recycling company renowned for its patented modular, scalable battery recycling technology developed in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy, Oak Ridge National Lab, and Halliburton Labs. The company’s Membrane Solvent Extraction technology offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly method for extracting high-purity metals from battery waste, significantly reducing operating and capital costs compared to existing recycling technologies.
