ST. LOUIS, Mo. —  April 21, 2026 —  Elemental Enzymes announces the promotion of Bret Gygi to Vice President of Technical Development, recognizing his leadership in advancing the company’s science-driven innovation and technical validation across global agricultural markets. 

Gygi brings more than 20 years of experience across horticultural production, applied microbiology, and agricultural product development. Since joining Elemental Enzymes, he has led technical development efforts that translate complex biochemical technologies into practical, field-proven solutions for growers and industry partners. 

Beyond his technical accomplishments, Gygi is known for his strong leadership. He is deeply committed to supporting his team; building the systems, processes, and developmental structures that enable scientists and technical staff to grow and excel. Gygi communicates company strategy with clarity and transparency, ensuring teams remain aligned, informed, and positioned to succeed in delivering high impact innovation across global markets. 

“Bret represents the kind of scientific leadership that defines Elemental Enzymes,” said Matt Werner, Chief Commercial Officer at Elemental Enzymes. “He brings a rare combination of deep technical understanding, intellectual curiosity, and a relentless focus on proving performance in the field. Bret ensures that every innovation we bring forward stands up to real scrutiny and delivers meaningful value to growers. His leadership strengthens the trust of our partners place in our science and in the solutions, we deliver to the farm.” 

Gygi’s work has been instrumental in establishing the rigorous technical framework behind Elemental Enzymes’ enzyme and peptide technologies, helping ensure that innovations developed in the lab deliver measurable value at the farmgate. 

About Elemental Enzymes

 Elemental Enzymes is a global agricultural biotechnology company developing enzyme and peptide based technologies that improve crop productivity and sustainability. By combining advanced biochemistry with rigorous field 

validation, Elemental Enzymes delivers science-driven solutions that enhance nutrient efficiency, plant resilience, and overall crop performance.