Advisory Board

Brendan Scott is a respected Chemical and Biological Engineer who brings deep technical knowledge and practical leadership to Volt Carbon Technologies as a trusted advisor. With a robust background in clean energy innovation and sustainable technology development, Brendan plays an essential role in supporting Volt’s growth plans and representing its mission to investors, partners, and government stakeholders.

Brendan’s career includes significant experience at the U.S. Department of Energy, where he contributed to advanced research and development projects and portfolios focused on bioenergy, waste to energy, energy storage, and large-scale integration of novel technologies.

In addition to his technical expertise, Brendan leads Volt’s efforts in identifying and managing unconventional funding opportunities, including competitive grants and alternative capital strategies. He has a strong record of designing funding approaches that align with operational priorities, mitigate risk, and create pathways for sustainable growth.

Brendan’s technical skillset spans operations and engineering with special expertise in managing scale up, tech transfer, safety, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

bscott@voltcarbontech.com | mobile: 808-990-6802

Ernest “Ernie” Hinojos is an accomplished strategic advisor with over 30 years of combined service in the U.S. Army and private sector consulting. He is recognized for his proven track record in guiding organizations through growth, transformation, and risk mitigation while delivering measurable value to stakeholders and investors alike.

As a U.S. Representative and Advisor for Volt Carbon Technologies, Ernie supports Volt’s North American expansion and international growth strategies. He leverages his deep experience in business development, operational strategy, and market entry to help position Volt as an industry leader in advanced carbon and clean energy technologies.

Drawing on his certification as an Agile Scrum Master, Ernie advises on streamlining complex projects, strengthening team collaboration, and ensuring that deliverables remain aligned with strategic goals.

ehinojos@voltcarbontech.com | 915-760-3070

Rear Admiral (Ret.) Jonathan A. Yuen brings over 35 years of distinguished leadership and operational experience in global logistics, supply chain management, and organizational transformation.

A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Admiral Yuen served as a Supply Corps officer during a career that spanned three naval commands — USS Narwhal (SSN 671), USS Constellation (CV 64), and USS Nassau (LHA 4). His final posting was as Commander of the Naval Supply Systems Command and 47th Chief of Supply Corps, where he oversaw 110 worldwide logistics facilities, led a workforce of 28,000 military and civilian professionals, and managed more than $33 billion in inventory. Under his leadership, the Navy Exchange system achieved over $2.5 billion in annual sales while enhancing operational efficiency and resilience across the Navy’s global supply chain.

Admiral Yuen’s exemplary service earned him the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, four Legions of Merit, and the Bronze Star. His career reflects unwavering integrity, loyalty, and performance under pressure — qualities that align strongly with Volt Carbon Technologies’ mission to advance secure, sustainable, and strategic technologies for North America.

Beyond his military service, Admiral Yuen continues to advise leading organizations on leadership and transformation. He is a Senior Advisor with McKinsey & Company and has lectured at Duke University’s Fuqua/Coach K Center on Leadership & Ethics. He also serves as a Trustee of the Aircraft Carrier Hornet Foundation, sits on the Board of Directors of the National Industries for the Blind, and is a member of the Senior Advisory Panel for the National Naval Officers Association.

Admiral Yuen earned his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He and his wife, Sandra, reside in Mountain View, California.