Wendy Owens
Founder & CEO, Hexas Biomass
Wendy Owens is a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of innovation across diverse industries. She is the Founder and CEO of Hexas Biomass, a pioneering nature-based solutions company that develops sustainable, plant-based raw materials for use in bioenergy, advanced composites, and both structural and nonstructural applications. At Hexas, Wendy combines her expertise in materials engineering and biotechnology with a lifelong commitment to environmental stewardship and climate resilience.
In addition to her entrepreneurial work, Wendy served for 14 years as an executive-level appointee advising both the U.S. Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative on global economic trade policy. Her career across both the private and public sectors reflects a rare blend of technical innovation, strategic leadership, and civic engagement. She is also a published author on a wide range of topics and holds a Master of Arts degree from Tufts University.
