SCS Global Services Names Matthew Rudolf as New Chief Executive Officer
EMERYVILLE, Calif., July 23, 2024 /3BL/ - SCS Global Services, an international leader in sustainability standards setting and certification now celebrating its 40th year, is excited to announce that its Board of Directors has appointed Matthew Rudolf to serve as the company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer. His appointment comes on the heels of an exhaustive international search of highly qualified candidates, both internal and external to SCS, resulting in a unanimous decision.
Rudolf is a talented executive who has risen through the ranks of SCS since joining the company in 2016, building its dynamic Energy, Biomass and Circularity Division, serving as Vice President of International Business Development, and participating on the company’s Operations Council and Leadership Team.
“As we pass the torch from company founder, Dr. Stanley Rhodes, who built the company from the ground up with a pioneering vision, singular talent, and dedication to protecting people and the planet, the Board is confident that Matt has what it takes to successfully lead SCS through the next chapter of its growth and service,” said Jim Knutzon, Chairman of the Board and outgoing Acting CEO.
Rudolf, a graduate of the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, launched his sustainability career as founding Executive Director of Piedmont Biofuels, a biofuels production and distribution cooperative. He moved on to become Director of Business Development and Director of the Americas for the multi-stakeholder Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials, then subsequently took the lead on business development and commercialization for The Earth Partners. Rudolf has served on numerous advisory panels and initiatives, such as the DOE & USDA Biomass Research and Development Technical Advisory Committee. He participated in the Sustainability Working Group to advise CARB on the adoption of sustainability provisions into the Low Carbon Fuels Standard program, served as a technical expert on Business for Social Responsibility’s Future of Fuels initiative, and was a member of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Renewable Resources & Alternative Energy Sector, Biofuels Industry Working Group.
“I am deeply honored to have been selected by the Board to take the reins of SCS,” said Rudolf. “SCS has always stood out in the Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) sector as a sustainability champion, developing innovative standards, conducting the highest quality third-party certification assessments, and providing a roadmap for companies seeking to improve peoples’ lives and protect the environment. Our strength is in the expertise, experience and deep commitment of our team in service of our common vision. I look forward to expanding our services for even greater impact in the future.”
About SCS Global Services
SCS Global Services is a global leader in third-party environmental and sustainability verification, certification, auditing, testing, and standards development. Its programs span a cross-section of industries, recognizing achievements in climate mitigation, green building, product manufacturing, food and agriculture, forestry, consumer products, and more. Headquartered in Emeryville, California and celebrating 40 years in business, SCS has representatives and affiliate offices throughout the Americas, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Africa. Its broad network of auditors are experts in their fields, and the company is a trusted partner to companies, agencies, and advocacy organizations due to its dedication to quality and professionalism. SCS is a chartered Benefit Corporation, reflecting its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business practices. For more information, visit http://www.scsglobalservices.com.
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