Nick Albert is an entrepreneur and advanced manufacturing leader with over 18 years of experience in manufacturing, economic development, workforce development, and emerging technologies. As Founder and CEO of Purify BioEnergy Corporation, he is leading the development of innovative waste-to-energy infrastructure that converts California’s forest and urban wood waste into renewable diesel, biochar, and other valuable products. His work focuses on bridging technology, industry, and public policy to advance domestic energy security, wildfire risk reduction, and sustainable economic growth. Nick is passionate about transforming environmental challenges into scalable industrial solutions that strengthen communities and build a more resilient energy future.