VERDE RESOURCES GOVERNANCE | BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mr. Jack Wong, Board Director
Jack has been the driving force behind Verde Resources’ transformation into a leader in Net Zero solutions since joining the company in December 2020. As CEO, Jack has led a complete restructuring of Verde Resources, revamping its corporate strategy, C-suite, and operational team. Under his leadership, the company has forged key strategic relationships across the carbon credit and building materials sectors, positioning Verde Resources at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure development. His vision has not only reshaped the company’s trajectory but also established a clear and pragmatic pathway toward a Nasdaq uplisting.
Mr. Eric Bava, Board Director
Since being appointed Chief Operating Officer of Verde Resources, Eric Bava has played a key role in driving operational growth and cultivating strategic partnerships. His leadership has been central to launching transformative initiatives, including high-profile collaborations with the National Center for Asphalt Technology to validate the Verde Resources Net Zero Blueprint and promote sustainable building materials and technologies. His visionary approach continues to position Verde Resources as a frontrunner in eco-friendly innovation within the building materials industry.
Dr. Buzz Powell, Independent Board Director
Dr. Raymond “Buzz” Powell is a nationally recognized expert in asphalt technology with over 40 years of experience in civil engineering. He spent 12 years at the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), focusing on highway construction quality control before joining Auburn University’s NCAT as its first Test Track Manager. There, he led eight construction cycles and advanced asphalt performance using virgin, recycled, and additive-enhanced materials. He later served as NCAT’s Associate Director and Research Professor, and in 2023 was appointed Technical Director of the Asphalt Pavement Alliance. At Verde Resources, Dr. Powell brings deep technical expertise to support the development of biochar-integrated asphalt technologies that enable carbon sequestration and accelerate the shift to sustainable infrastructure.
Karl Strahl, Board Director
Karl is a leading voice in biochar and carbon removal, known for driving innovation in commercialization, market growth, and policy. He began his career at Tesla Solar, earning top sales honors through a high-conversion passive strategy. Since 2018, Karl has served as Chief Operating Officer of Oregon Biochar Solutions, where he expanded its reach across agriculture, environmental remediation, and sustainable construction. He pioneered the world’s first insured biochar carbon removal credits in partnership with Oka, setting a new benchmark for transparency and buyer assurance. Karl also contributes to national standards as Treasurer and Standards Committee Member of the U.S. Biochar Coalition. His expertise and leadership are instrumental in helping Verde Resources scale global impact and deliver long-term value.