Accomplished industry leader to continue driving growth and product expansion across life sciences, flavors, fragrances, and specialty segments
Greenfield Global Inc., a leading global producer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-purity and specialty alcohols, solvents, and custom solutions, announced today the appointment of Yvonne (Vey) Garofalo as Executive Vice President of the Specialty Chemicals and Ingredients (SC&I) business unit, which consists of the life science; food, flavor, and fragrance; personal care; and specialty business segments. Garofalo brings more than two decades of experience and a proven track record of strategic leadership and commercial excellence to Greenfield.
Garofalo’s background in the life science and specialty chemical sectors, experience with both direct sales and distributor-based models, as well as her leadership in managing various global functions including Commercial, Operations, Finance, and R&D, positions her exceptionally well to lead SC&I into its next phase of growth.
“Adding Vey to our leadership team marks a bold next step for our SC&I business unit,” said Howard Field, President and CEO of Greenfield Global. “Her deep industry expertise and proven ability to scale businesses and lead teams through transformative growth will be a powerful catalyst as we accelerate expansion, push into new markets, and raise the bar for innovation across life sciences, flavors, fragrances, and specialty segments.”
Prior to joining Greenfield, Garofalo held executive roles at Avantor and VWR International. Most recently, she served as Interim President of the Advanced Materials business at Vibrantz Technologies where she built and executed strategic growth plans while overseeing operations across multiple global manufacturing sites.
“I am thrilled to join Greenfield Global and lead the Specialty Chemicals and Ingredients business unit during this exciting period,” said Garofalo. “Greenfield’s reputation for innovation, quality, and customer-focused solutions, combined with its strong market position and 35+ years of industry leadership creates tremendous opportunities to drive value for our customers and stakeholders. I look forward to working with the talented team to achieve our short- and long-term goals.”
This crucial hire underscores Greenfield Global’s dedication to innovation and its vision for continued growth in the SC&I segment. By combining Garofalo’s expertise with its state-of-the-art facilities and unwavering commitment to quality, Greenfield Global is positioned to deliver solutions that exceed customer expectations.
