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Fernando Miquelarena Joins the Michroma Board as Independent Director

On February 3, 2026, Michroma, a pioneering biotechnology firm known for developing cutting-edge natural food colorants through precision fermentation, announced an important addition to its leadership team. Fernando Miquelarena, who has spent the past two years as a Board Advisor for the company, will now serve as an Independent Board Director.

Fernando’s extensive career spans nearly three decades, during which he has played a pivotal role in driving success across various sectors including food, beverage, ingredients, and consumer goods. His impressive experience includes building and managing operations in both the Asia-Pacific and the Americas, where he has proven his capability to translate innovative technologies into commercial successes. Known for his expertise in guiding organizations through complex and regulated markets, Fernando has consistently transformed groundbreaking innovations into profitable products.

In his executive roles, Fernando carried full P&L responsibility and has collaborated closely with boards and leadership teams. His track record demonstrates his ability to accelerate go-to-market strategies, establish valuable commercial partnerships, and facilitate organizational scaling for enhanced growth. With a reputation for successfully navigating regulated industries, he is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge and strategic oversight to Michroma’s Board.

With Fernando now in an official board capacity, he will focus on guiding the company in its commercial execution, revenue growth, and market expansion strategy. His leadership is expected to strengthen the governance process and expedite the commercialization of Michroma's diverse food colorant portfolio.

Ricky Cassini, CEO and Founder of Michroma, expressed his enthusiasm over the appointment, stating, "Fernando's decision to join our Board after working closely with us for over two years reflects strong alignment and trust. His experience in global ingredient and food color markets will be instrumental as we sharpen our execution and market focus."

Fernando shared his excitement, noting, "Having worked with Michroma over the past two years, I’ve witnessed the strength of the team and the expanding opportunities within the realm of natural food colorants. I am thrilled to support the company at the board level as we continue to scale."

About Michroma

Founded in San Francisco and with operations extending into Argentina, Michroma is at the forefront of biotechnology, specializing in the development of high-performance, scalable natural food colorants using precision fermentation techniques. The company aims to provide reliable color performance and manufacturability for food and consumer goods applications, partnering with various industries to move fermentation-derived color solutions from the development phase to commercial viability.
For more information, visit www.michroma.co.