Zachary S. Wochok
Founder at The Wochok Group LLC
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Zachary S.
Wochok is the founder of The Wochok Group LLC, founded in 2011, where he holds the title of President.
He is currently Chairman at California Institute of Food & Agricultural Research.
Dr. Wochok has held several former positions, including Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Nurture, Inc. from 1992 to 1996, Chief Executive Officer at Plant Genetics, Inc., Chairman at PGP International, Inc. (California) from 1996 to 2011, Director at Cibus Corp., Director at Nucelis, Inc. from 2012 to 2014, President & Director at Grazix Animal Health, Inc. from 2015 to 2019, President & Chief Operating Officer at Calgene, Inc., Lead Scientist at Weyerhaeuser Co., Manager-Business Development at Monsanto Co., and Professor at The University of Alabama.
Dr. Wochok received his undergraduate degree from LaSalle University, his doctorate from the University of Connecticut in 1970, and his graduate degree from Villanova University in 1967.
Zachary S. Wochok active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| The Wochok Group LLC | Founder | 01/10/2011 |
| California Institute of Food & Agricultural Research | Chairman | - |
Former positions of Zachary S. Wochok
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| MARRONE BIO INNOVATIONS, INC. | Director/Board Member | 12/07/2022 |
Grazix Animal Health, Inc.
 Grazix Animal Health, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Grazix Animal Health, Inc. specializes in providing products for modern livestock production that promote optimal gut health. The company is based in San Carlos, CA. The company's products have been shown to reduce the duration of digestive disturbances in animals. | President | 01/07/2019 |
LiveLeaf, Inc.
 LiveLeaf, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services LiveLeaf, Inc. operates as a biotechnology company. The private company is based in San Carlos, CA. | Director/Board Member | 01/07/2019 |
Nucelis, Inc.
 Nucelis, Inc. Computer Processing HardwareElectronic Technology Nucelis Inc is a pioneering bio-technology company built on a platform of unique, patented technology for optimizing cell structure and function. Nucelis has licensed exclusive access to Rapid Trait Development System (RTDS™) technology in its' key product areas which enables precise changes in the DNA of virtually any living organism. RTDS takes advantage of the natural gene repair system which exists in all cells and is typically used by a cell to correct naturally occurring DNA mistakes and mutations. RTDS is much more precise compared to the randomness of traditional transgenic technology. | Director/Board Member | 01/12/2014 |
PGP International, Inc. (California)
 PGP International, Inc. (California) Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries PGP International, Inc. manufactures and wholesales flours, rice, and extruded and specialty ingredients. Its products include pre-gelatinized rice flour, extruded crisps, rice flours, glutinous rice and rice bran, and gluten free breaders. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Woodland, CA. | Chief Executive Officer | 01/03/2011 |
Training of Zachary S. Wochok
| LaSalle University | Undergraduate Degree |
| University of Connecticut | Doctorate Degree |
| Villanova University | Graduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 1 |
|---|---|
| WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY | Non-Energy Minerals |
| Private companies | 12 |
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| Calgene, Inc. | Commercial Services |
Monsanto Co.
 Monsanto Co. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Monsanto Co. engages in the provision of agricultural products to farmers. It provides other seed companies with genetic material and biotechnology traits for their seed brands. The company was founded by John F. Queeny in 1901 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO. | Distribution Services |
Nurture, Inc.
 Nurture, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Nurture, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets ingredients derived from cereal grains. Its primary markets include personal care which include natural formulation additives for use in skin care lotions, liquid and powder makeup, lipsticks, bath treatments, deodorants, hair care products; nutritional supplements and food ingredients for nutritional uses as natural sources of antioxidants, dietary fiber, and high quality protein; for food use as preservatives, flavour carriers, fat replacers, gellants, beverage bases, and emulsifiers. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Missoula, MT. | Commercial Services |
Cibus Corp.
 Cibus Corp. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Cibus Corp. engages in the development of plant and microbial platforms. Its focuses in inputting traits and agronomic traits in canola, rice, soybean, corn, and wheat crops. The company was founded by Peter Beetham, Greg Gocal, Keith Walker, and Rory Riggs in 2001 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Health Technology |
LiveLeaf, Inc.
LiveLeaf, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services LiveLeaf, Inc. operates as a biotechnology company. The private company is based in San Carlos, CA. | Commercial Services |
Pro Farm Group, Inc.
 Pro Farm Group, Inc. Chemicals: AgriculturalProcess Industries Pro Farm Group, Inc. engages in the provision of biological-based solutions for agricultural crops, turf protection, seed treatment, plant health and waterway systems. Its products include Grandevo Insecticide, Majestene Nematicide, Regalia Fungicide, Stargus Fungicide, Venerate Insecticide, Amplitude Fungicide, Regalia Rx Plant Health, Zelto Nematicide, Zequanox Molluscicide and Haven. The company was founded by Pamela G. Marrone on June 15, 2006 and is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. | Process Industries |
Plant Genetics, Inc.
 Plant Genetics, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Plant Genetics, Inc. provides research services. The American company was founded by Keith Walker. | Commercial Services |
PGP International, Inc. (California)
PGP International, Inc. (California) Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries PGP International, Inc. manufactures and wholesales flours, rice, and extruded and specialty ingredients. Its products include pre-gelatinized rice flour, extruded crisps, rice flours, glutinous rice and rice bran, and gluten free breaders. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Woodland, CA. | Process Industries |
Nucelis, Inc.
Nucelis, Inc. Computer Processing HardwareElectronic Technology Nucelis Inc is a pioneering bio-technology company built on a platform of unique, patented technology for optimizing cell structure and function. Nucelis has licensed exclusive access to Rapid Trait Development System (RTDS™) technology in its' key product areas which enables precise changes in the DNA of virtually any living organism. RTDS takes advantage of the natural gene repair system which exists in all cells and is typically used by a cell to correct naturally occurring DNA mistakes and mutations. RTDS is much more precise compared to the randomness of traditional transgenic technology. | Electronic Technology |
| The Wochok Group LLC | |
| California Institute of Food & Agricultural Research | |
Grazix Animal Health, Inc.
Grazix Animal Health, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Grazix Animal Health, Inc. specializes in providing products for modern livestock production that promote optimal gut health. The company is based in San Carlos, CA. The company's products have been shown to reduce the duration of digestive disturbances in animals. | Process Industries |
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