After earning a degree in agricultural business, Mike Karman started his career at Sanimax. He began on the customer service team where he learned the basics of the rendering industry. From there, he moved to inside sales followed by international export logistics. Before long, he was working on the hides international sales team, where he traveled the world selling hides and established Sanimax’s global market in China. Following this, he moved to finished goods sales. After a decade on this side of the business, Mike shifted once again, leading the USA procurement group. Most recently, the USA transportation department was added to his supervision. 

Mike has over thirty years at Sanimax, over which he has transitioned seamlessly across the organization. His vast experience in rendering has made him a pillar of Sanimax as he’s helped guide teams through challenges, spearheaded mergers and acquisitions, and been a leader in change management. Mike’s leadership style is rooted in relationships – with customers, vendors, and colleagues. A steward of agriculture, he takes pride in being an integral part of the industry that is essential to the circular economy.

Miguel possesses a strong ability to form and lead commercial teams, along with extensive experience in negotiating materials, parts, and critical services within industrial and manufacturing sectors. 

Previously Vice President of Supply Chain at Sanimax Colombia, he has played a pivotal role in developing strategic business plans and managing various projects, including transportation logistics. He has effectively aligned diverse departments throughout the end-to-end process to achieve targeted goals in safety, volume, and profitability. 

Miguel holds a mechanical engineering degree from Universidad de los Andes and an MBA from Westfield Business School in Miami. Prior to joining Sanimax Colombia, he held roles as Supply Chain Director and Manager at Yara INTL, among others.

Eric Bussières joins the Sanimax team with an impressive background leading finance teams across a variety of industries. A highly experienced CFO with decades of expertise, he has held pivotal roles at respected organizations where he drove significant growth and development. His natural instincts for strategic vision along with his financial acumen have been fundamental to his success.

In his role as Sanimax CFO, Eric oversees financial strategies and operations, ensuring the company’s competitive edge and profitability. By providing timely, accurate, and complete financial information, Eric is a key player in supporting Sanimax’s business leaders in their various strategic initiatives and operational excellences. He holds a master’s degree in finance from Université de Sherbrooke, providing a solid foundation for his successful career. Eric’s hobbies include swimming, downhill skiing, and trekking with his family.

Claudinei joined Sanimax in 2016, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a proven track record in finance and business management. Claudinei has been a critical component to the company’s evolution in Brazil, starting as the finance director and overseeing legal, human resources, and IT. Over the years, his responsibilities expanded to include procurement, sales, and logistics, the success of which led to Claudinei’s appointment to his current role as the Sanimax Brazil Country Manager.

As the Brazil Country Manager, Claudinei aims to capitalize on Brazil’s position as a global leader in protein production and the pet-food business. He is focused on investing in and increasing Sanimax’s market share and envisions contributing to the country’s decarbonization plan through biofuels. Despite the inherent complexities, Claudinei is building a reliable and dedicated team to tackle the growth challenges that lie ahead, emphasizing a commitment to Sanimax’s future success.

Claudinei holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting, is a CPA accredited by the Brazilian Account Institutes (CFC) and is IFRS certified by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). His professional journey began in finance roles, with notable experiences in Royal Canin, where he played a key role in the integration of the company after a significant acquisition, and relevant experience in KPMG, auditing in several fields like agricultural, sugarcane industry, chemical, consumer goods and heavy industrial machines. Other integral experiences in general strategy, distribution models, launching of new products completes his skillset required to the position he now holds.

With over 15 years of dedicated service to Sanimax, Donn is a visionary leader who has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and operational achievements. He began his career at Sanimax as the U.S. financial controller. Over the years, he seamlessly transitioned into a leadership role within operations, capitalizing on his strong financial background to bring operational excellence to the U.S. operations.

In his current role, Donn focuses on strategic leadership, bringing teams together and empowering them to achieve their full potential. With his collaborative approach, combined with a results-driven mindset, Donn fosters a culture of excellence and success within Sanimax. His background in and commitment to continuous improvement has been instrumental in enhancing efficiency across the organization.

Donn holds bachelor’s degrees in accounting and marketing, a master’s in business administration, and is a CPA. He has experience in a variety of industries, including the public accounting sector, capital equipment manufacturing, and a publicly traded energy company.

Brent joined Sanimax as the Vice President of Legal Affairs and Public Relations in 2019. After a successful 25-year business law practice during which he represented Sanimax, Brent transitioned into a five-year career as a Senior Vice President with an institutional asset management firm specializing in global investment strategies.

Brent holds the responsibility of the group’s legal function, oversees the public relations initiatives across the Sanimax geography and works closely with teams across the company. His engineering background combined with his deep understanding of Sanimax’s operations and values allows him to manage legal risks while benefitting from the appreciation of both technical and operational realities.

Brent holds an engineering degree from McGill University, a law degree from Ottawa University, is a member of Quebec’s Bar Association as well as Quebec Order of Chartered Administrators, Brent holds the Institute of Corporate Directors accreditation (ICD.D) having successfully completing the university of Torontos’ Rotman School of Management Directors Education Program.

Notably, Brent has actively contributed to several Boards of Directors and currently serves as the Corporate Secretary to the Board of Directors of Sanimax Industries. His multifaceted expertise, coupled with a commitment to excellence, makes Brent an invaluable asset to our leadership team and the continued success of Sanimax.

With a relentless focus on the overall strategic initiatives of the company and a gift for nurturing a positive company culture, Martial is a dynamic leader dedicated to driving excellence in every aspect of Sanimax. Having joined Sanimax in 2010, Martial was a key executive in the transformation of our customer experience and supply chain operations, which was realized over a three-year period through the implementation of major company-wide initiatives. Following this, he successfully held the positions of Senior Vice President, Supply Chain and President, North America until becoming the global President & Chief Operating Officer.

Most recently, Martial accepted the role of CEO, further solidifying his position as a driving force behind our continued success. With a wealth of experience and a proven track record of accomplishments, Martial leads the team with a combination of insight, passion for excellence, and dedication to deliver our vision. His approachable demeanor and collaborative spirit have helped create an environment where people can reach their full potential.

Martial holds an MBA from Athabasca University as well as a master’s degree in supply chain and logistics management. He was named “Supply Chain Executive of the Year” in 2017 by the Freight Management Association of Canada, in recognition of his leadership and innovative approach in the field of supply chain management.

In his spare time, you can find Martial and his family visiting the Laurentides, north of Montreal, where they enjoy hiking, skiing, and watersports.