OUR LEADERSHIP

A team of innovators, strategists and visionaries  shaping the future of renewable energy in the UAЕ.

At BioPower Energy Solutions, our Board and Executive Team bring together decades of expertise in investment, technology, finance and operations. Their collective leadership is dedicated to driving BioPower’s mission: delivering sustainable low-carbon fuels and  chemicals aligned with the UAE’s Net Zero 2045 strategy. 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS & EXECUTIVE TEAM

Yogendra Sarin

Vice Chairman

Waleed Al Ali

Vice Chairman 

Sameer Salgar

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Frank J. Liotta, PhD

Chief Technology Officer

Vishnu Rajendran

Chief Operating Officer

Yogendra Sarin

Vice Chairman

With 35+ years of experience, Mr. Yogi Sarin has led management, operations, technology, catalyst development, and the business of Petron Group, which he founded in 1988. Before founding Petron, he oversaw Scientific Design Company plant operations and technical services worldwide. He holds a postgraduate degree in Petrochemical Engineering (Milan, Italy), an MS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Idaho (USA), and a BS in Chemical Engineering from Harcourt Butler Technical University (India).

Waleed Al Ali

Vice Chairman 

An entrepreneur and MBA holder with 18+ years of experience across private and public sectors, Mr. Waleed has built an extensive network of ultra-high-net-worth individuals in the GCC and abroad. He has served as a business development and financial consultant to numerous organisations and members of the UAE’s royal families. His philanthropic vision is recognised; he has been honoured with an ambassador title from the World Human Forum for the entire GCC region. Creative and driven, he approaches every venture with an expansive mindset.

Sameer Salgar

Chief Executive Officer

Trained in aeronautical and mechanical engineering in the United Kingdom, Sameer became a corporate finance expert in restructuring, expansion, investment, and negotiations, with 10+ years of experience across multiple business areas in the GCC’s private and public sectors. A serial entrepreneur with proven experience in business development and investment in leading-edge technologies and potential regional projects, he also serves as a financial advisor for royal family members in the UAE.

Dr. Frank J. Liotta, PhD

 Chief Technology Officer

With 20+ years of experience at Virent and LyondellBasell Industries, Dr. Frank has led the development and commercialisation of many novel products, managing R&D, marketing, total manufacturing, and P&L. He holds 20+ patents. His academic background includes a BS in Chemistry from Penn State University, MS & PhD from Cornell University, and an MBA in Finance from St. Joseph’s University.

Vishnu Rajendran

Chief Operating Officer

A seasoned professional with 12+ years of experience, Vishnu is an engineer-turned-serial entrepreneur specialising in operations. With a background in business development and project management, he has extensive experience structuring contracts, leading negotiations, and sequencing operations—particularly in construction and real estate industries. He has worked with multiple royal family members in various advisory roles and with business partners, helping organisations achieve successful outcomes. Valued for his hands-on leadership and operational expertise, he is committed to delivering results and to continuous learning for sustainable growth