The team
MonoFoam™ is built by a diverse team of engineers, environmental scientists, policy experts, and strategists committed to scalable, sustainable solutions. With firsthand experience in climate-affected regions, we take a holistic approach to innovation and are dedicated to advancing gender balance in leadership and technical roles.
David Dixon
Director
David Dixon is the Director and co-founder of Ætheria, where he leads the company’s daily operations and the development of its core technology. As a certified precision engineer, he applies a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach to Ætheria’s mission of transforming waste into climate-positive opportunities.
David is currently studying at the University of Maastricht Science Programme (MSP), pursuing a degree in chemistry. His strong background in launching early-stage ventures provides him with extensive experience and an deep understanding of startup growth, team-building, and the complexities of scaling mission-driven innovation. David is dedicated to ensuring Ætheria successfully delivers on its dual mission: developing scalable solutions for circular, low-carbon waste systems, while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Prior to his studies at MSP, David pursued a technical education at Leeuwenborgh, where he concentrated on precision mechanics. He subsequently continued his studies at Zuid University of Applied Sciences, specializing in biometrics.
Julian Alessi
Financial Lead
Julian Alessi is the Financial Lead and co-founder of Ætheria, where he is responsible for market analysis, financial modeling, and the development of the company’s leasing and carbon credit strategies—ensuring a path to long-term financial sustainability. With strong skills in strategic planning, budgeting, risk analysis, and capital allocation, Julian brings a data-driven approach to financial leadership.
He is currently pursuing his studies at University College Maastricht (UCM) as an honors student, with a focus on economics, environmental science, sustainable development, and technological innovation. Passionate about systems thinking and impact-oriented finance, Julian is committed to leveraging emerging technologies and innovative economic models to drive sustainable growth and social equity.
Jelle Bokma
Lead Engineer
Jelle Bokma is the Lead Engineer and co-founder of Ætheria, where he drives the technical design and refinement of the company’s insulation foam gas recovery systems. Jelle brings a strong interdisciplinary foundation to Ætheria, with expertise spanning mechanical engineering, physics, and thermal systems.
He is currently pursuing his studies at the University Maastricht Science Programme (MSP), with a focus on physics, physical chemistry, mathematics, and computer science. Prior to MSP, Jelle studied at Saxion University of Applied Sciences, where he completed coursework in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
Jelle’s ability to bridge theory with hands-on innovation has been instrumental in Ætheria’s early-stage prototyping and engineering development. He brings both creativity and technical depth to Ætheria’s mission of developing scalable solutions for circular waste systems.
Mia Lintzeris
Engineer
Mia Lintzeris is an engineer at Ætheria. She contributes to both the technical and strategic aspects of the organization. Her role spans in-depth research into engineering solutions and sustainability strategies, as well as exploring business-oriented initiatives such as carbon credit mechanisms, marketing approaches, and impact assessment. With strong skills in scientific research, engineering principles, and deductive reasoning, Mia brings a rigorous and solution-oriented mindset to every challenge.
Mia is currently pursuing circular engineering at Maastricht University, with a specialization in mechanical engineering and sustainability. Passionate about environmental stewardship and systems-level solutions, Mia is committed to advancing innovative approaches to environmental engineering that promote circularity, resilience, and long-term ecological balance.