Sortera Technologies welcomes Curt Sacks as the Senior Vice President & CFO

Sortera Technologies, Inc. recently announced the appointment of Curt Sacks as its senior vice president and CFO. With almost thirty years of experience across public and private sectors, Curt brings a wealth of financial and leadership expertise to Sortera. His primary focus will be guiding the finance team as the company continues its expansion and commercialisation initiatives nationwide.

Curt Sacks – Senior VP & CFO

Before joining Sortera, Curt held the position of CFO at Zero Motorcycles, a prominent manufacturer of two-wheel EV vehicles and electric powertrains. His tenure was marked by significant growth and expansion, a testament to his financial acumen and strategic leadership. Prior to Zero, Curt served as CFO for both GigOptix, Inc. and Endwave Corporation, two publicly listed companies. His extensive background in financial management and strategic leadership positions him well to contribute significantly to Sortera's next phase of growth and development.

Curt Sacks, SVP and CFO of Sortera Technologies said, "I am thrilled to join Sortera at an exciting time in the company's growth. I am impressed with the company's achievements in just three years of operations and the level of sophistication of the technology platform, which harnesses advancements in artificial intelligence and sensors, bringing proven results to an evolving recycling industry. I look forward to contributing to the company as it scales its operations to meet the surge in demand for high-quality upcycled materials in the U.S. supply chain by large-scale manufacturers."

About the flagship facility in Markle

Sortera Technologies' flagship facility in Markle, Indiana, which commenced construction in 2023, has now achieved a remarkable sorting capacity of 220 million lbs per year. This capability to efficiently sort complex materials on an industrial scale has coincided with a notable surge in demand for high-quality upcycled materials within the U.S. supply chain. Major manufacturers, including automotive companies committed to reducing their carbon footprint and environmental impact, are increasingly turning to Sortera for sustainable solutions.

Sortera's pioneering efforts were recently recognised on TIME and Statista's prestigious List of America's Top GreenTech Companies of 2024. This significant accolade underscores Sortera's dedication to making positive contributions in the battle against climate change, a cause we can all be proud of.

Furthermore, on April 26, 2024, Sortera Technologies received the esteemed Deal of the Year award at the 25th annual Mira Awards gala in Indianapolis. The Mira Awards, hosted by TechPoint in partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Salesforce, and key stakeholders from Indiana's digital innovation ecosystem, honour the pinnacle of achievements within the state's tech community. This recognition affirms Sortera's position as a trailblazer in digital innovation and underscores its significant impact on Indiana's technology landscape.

Michael Siemer, CEO of Sortera Technologies, added, "As we strive to transform the recycling industry through cutting-edge technology and establish Sortera as a crucial player in the $1 trillion metals and recycling markets, we are thrilled to welcome Curt to the leadership team. His contributions and experience of helping companies navigate through rapid growth phases will be of great value to Sortera, as we continue to focus our efforts on growth, advancing our technology into new materials, establishing our domestic reach, and contributing to overall global sustainability efforts."