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Sollum Technologies Appoints Giancarlo Santella as CFO

On August 19, 2025, Sollum Technologies, a pioneering force in dynamic LED lighting for controlled environment agriculture, announced the appointment of Giancarlo Santella as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic move comes as the company aims to expand its innovative technology across North America and build partnerships with forward-thinking growers and other innovators in controlled environment agriculture (CEA) worldwide.

Giancarlo Santella brings nearly two decades of rich experience in corporate finance, operations, and strategic growth to the role. Before joining Sollum, he served as CFO at Imaflex Inc., where he was instrumental in enhancing the company's financial performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to long-term planning initiatives. His extensive background also includes key finance and advisory positions at BCE Inc. and Ernst & Young Orenda Corporate Finance, where he effectively supported clients in navigating corporate transactions and developing robust financial reporting strategies.

In his capacity as CFO, Santella will oversee a range of operational functions, including finance, legal, and administrative tasks. This role is central to driving Sollum's growth strategy and the operational scaling of its innovative technologies across both North America and international markets.

Giancarlo expressed his enthusiasm for joining the Sollum team, stating, "I'm thrilled to join a company that's not only innovating in agtech but doing so with a real purpose—supporting food autonomy and sustainable production. Sollum's technology and team are truly world-class, and I look forward to helping drive its next stage of growth."

Louis Brun, President and CEO of Sollum Technologies, welcomed Giancarlo to the team, highlighting his deep financial and operational insights, which are crucial for scaling a clean technology company. "We’re excited to welcome him as we continue to expand our presence and impact in the horticultural lighting industry," Brun remarked.

This appointment is expected to strengthen Sollum’s leadership team significantly as it works to enhance its dynamic LED lighting solutions used in greenhouses, research centers, and laboratories. Sollum Technologies has developed the only 100% dynamic LED lighting solution capable of modulating the full spectrum of the Sun's natural light, providing a comprehensive solution for closed environments. With its award-winning, AI-powered illumination systems, the company offers a scalable cleantech solution that evolves alongside business needs and optimizes energy savings while increasing productivity and improving the quality of produce.

Headquartered in Montréal, Canada, Sollum Technologies was founded in 2015 and has since expanded its footprint in North America, with additional offices in Kingsville, Ontario, and Atlanta, Georgia. As the company moves forward, the expertise of Giancarlo Santella is expected to play an integral role in realizing its vision for sustainable agricultural innovation. For further information about Sollum Technologies and its groundbreaking solutions, visit sollum.tech.