The document summarizes the experience and qualifications of Johnathan Grimes as a project manager with experience in sustainable energy start-ups, client relationship management, fundraising, and a strong scientific background in lab procedures, research, and organic chemistry. Grimes has managed projects for an algae-based biofuel start-up including site selection, development and start-up of a pilot plant, and creation of performance monitoring systems.

1. JOHNATHAN GRIMES
1314 Azalea St. • Mobile, AL 36604 • (251) 367-5247 • johnathan.grimes79@gmail.com
SUMMARY
Experienced project manager with a background in sustainable energy start-ups, client relationship
management, and fundraising. Strong scientific background, with expertise in lab procedures,
research, and organic chemistry. History of working with and under the mentorship of some of the
leading minds in tech start-ups and alternative energy.
EXPERIENCE
2012 – Present Algae Systems, LLC Daphne, AL
Project Manager
 Manage a variety of technical projects for a Daphne-based start-up firm devoted to the development
of sustainable solutions to the world’s water, fuel, and CO2 problems, working directly under the
firm’s CEO in the development of relationships with key investors and stakeholders around the globe
 Oversaw the site selection process for the company’s pilot algae-based biofuel plant, including
creation of a geographic information system and in-house analysis of market and industry data sets
to evaluate potential future sites for commercial-scale plants
 Managed the pilot plant’s development and start-up, ensuring all projects relating to the plant’s
finances, labs, manufacturing processes, and operations met deadlines and milestones established by
a key Japanese investor, resulting in more than $10MM in funding toward the project’s $30MM total
budget
 Created a company dashboard and data management system using PHP, SQL, and Domo to display
all key performance indicators and metrics, maximizing information flow and efficiency among nine
geographically diverse departments
 Drafted high-level weekly reports for investors during the plant’s initial construction, as well as weekly
reports to executives and funding sources on issues relating to the company’s lab results,
manufacturing outputs, operational costs, and plant processes
2008 - 2012 Earth Clean Technologies, LLC Daphne, AL
Lab Manager 2010 – 2012
 Managed a variety of analysis projects for a Mobile-area bio-fuel startup specializing in creating bio-diesel
for government clients using excess grease generated in local restaurants
 Attended meetings with the company CEO and area public officials, maintaining close working
relationships with businesses and government clients
Analyst (part-time) 2008 – 2010
EDUCATION
Troy University Troy, AL
Chemistry & Environmental Science (2010)