Leadership
Ross D Anderson, CPPM - Business Development
Ross Anderson is a dynamic business development and innovation executive with a proven track record of scaling technology-driven ventures worldwide. He has spearheaded multiple R&D initiatives resulting in million-dollar product lines and has guided startups and mid-sized companies through commercialization strategies and supply chain innovation. As CEO of Realize Ascent Labs, Ross fuses an entrepreneurial mindset with hands-on leadership to drive market adoption and sustainable growth.
Jeff Plumblee, PhD, MBA – Operations
Dr. Jeff Plumblee is an innovation strategist who excels at bridging the gap between research, entrepreneurship, and industry. He has led commercialization efforts for startups, Fortune 100 companies, and government agencies, guiding them through technology validation, funding acquisition, and market entry. As COO of Realize Ascent Labs, Jeff ensures that cutting-edge technologies scale effectively, delivering high-impact business solutions.
Hua Sun, PhD – Technology & Engineering
Dr. Hua Sun is a pioneering force in sustainable materials and renewable energy, boasting over three decades of experience in process engineering and bio-based product development. He invented an enzymatic process for crop straw pulping, contributing to biodegradable packaging and eco-friendly materials. As CTO of Realize Ascent Labs, Hua drives advanced technology development, ensuring the company leads in sustainable and high-performance solutions.
Christine Olson, MBA - Marketing
Christine Olson is a marketing specialist with deep roots in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. She brings a unique blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, building marketing systems that connect problem-solving products with the people who need them most. Christine’s background is grounded in customer insight—using it to craft strategies, create compelling content, and execute the right marketing tactics to drive results. She has developed a scalable “lead machine” system that turns marketing into a predictable engine for business growth. At Realize Ascent Labs, she leads marketing efforts from strategy through delivery, helping innovative solutions break through and gain traction.