How We Operate
Supplying industrial and agricultural raw materials with consistency, reliability, and global reach.
A partner you can rely on, year after year.
Experience that delivers, not just exists.
A supply chain built to support yours.
Engineering value for your business
Valudor delivers more than top quality chemical products. We deliver value.
As a leading chemical distributor with global sourcing capabilities, we’re driven to get you the products you need when you need them, at favorable prices and with a relentless commitment to service and excellence.
Our History
With over 20 years in business, Valudor® Products delivers reliable, high-quality raw materials while continuing to expand across key industries to meet evolving customer needs.
Innovation
We develop forward-looking supply chain solutions that improve efficiency and reliability.
Collaboration
We treat customers and suppliers as partners, taking a consultative approach to build strong relationships and better outcomes.
Expertise
Our team brings deep industry expertise in agriculture and key markets, delivering practical business solutions.
Agility
We’re built for speed and flexibility, responding quickly to market conditions and delivering solutions fast.
Service
We’re proud to provide reliable, customer-first service. We listen, understand your needs, and deliver on time to respect your schedule.
2004
Since our founding in 2004, Valudor has always strived to bring more value to our customers.
2000s
We started strictly as a micronutrient supplier, selling zinc, manganese, and boron. We expanded our offerings to include chelates and soluble phosphates to meet client needs, and partnered with warehouses nationwide to provide products on demand.
2006
We entered the oil and gas industry, expanding our presence into energy-related supply chains.
2012
We expanded into the wood treatment industry, adding products used for protection and preservation applications.
2016
Water treatment was added to our portfolio, supplying materials for municipal and industrial systems.
2017
Fire suppression followed, supporting critical safety and protection applications.
2020s
We expanded our sales reach into Canada, South America, and Mexico, strengthening our presence across international markets.
2024
As an effort to bring more value to our customers, Valudor acquired Lidochem - a company with a 40-year history in chemicals and agriculture, the Lidochem team brings a wealth of experience. Lidochem specialization:
- EDTA Chelates
- Turf and Ornamentals
- Greenhouse Nutrients
- LTL Logistics
2025
Valudor aqcuired Teknigrow, an agriculture company out of Mexico. Valudor also established a new legal entity in Mexico, “Valudor® Products Mexico”.
Our History
With over 20 years in business, Valudor® Products delivers reliable, high-quality raw materials while continuing to expand across key industries to meet evolving customer needs.
Innovation
We develop forward-looking supply chain solutions that improve efficiency and reliability.
Collaboration
We treat customers and suppliers as partners, taking a consultative approach to build strong relationships and better outcomes.
Expertise
Our team brings deep industry expertise in agriculture and key markets, delivering practical business solutions.
Agility
We’re built for speed and flexibility, responding quickly to market conditions and delivering solutions fast.
Service
We’re proud to provide reliable, customer-first service. We listen, understand your needs, and deliver on time to respect your schedule.
2004
Since our founding in 2004, Valudor has always strived to bring more value to our customers.
2000s
We started strictly as a micronutrient supplier, selling zinc, manganese, and boron. We expanded our offerings to include chelates and soluble phosphates to meet client needs, and partnered with warehouses nationwide to provide products on demand.
2006
We entered the oil and gas industry, expanding our presence into energy-related supply chains.
2012
We expanded into the wood treatment industry, adding products used for protection and preservation applications.
2016
Water treatment was added to our portfolio, supplying materials for municipal and industrial systems.
2017
Fire suppression followed, supporting critical safety and protection applications.
2020s
We expanded our sales reach into Canada, South America, and Mexico, strengthening our presence across international markets.
2024
As an effort to bring more value to our customers, Valudor acquired Lidochem - a company with a 40-year history in chemicals and agriculture, the Lidochem team brings a wealth of experience. Lidochem specialization:
- EDTA Chelates
- Turf and Ornamentals
- Greenhouse Nutrients
- LTL Logistics
2025
Valudor aqcuired Teknigrow, an agriculture company out of Mexico. Valudor also established a new legal entity in Mexico, “Valudor® Products Mexico”.
The Experts Behind Your Supply
Built on knowledge, proven in execution
With decades of combined experience across industrial and agricultural markets, our team understands the complexities of raw material supply. We work closely with customers to deliver practical solutions, reliable service, and consistent results.
Alberto Machado
CEO
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Alberto’s leadership role as CEO of Valudor Products is a natural progression of his 30+ years of professional experience. His different positions in General Electric Silicones, Momentive Performance Materials and Nexeo Solutions formed his unique business perspective. He successfully became a veteran commercializing chemicals, from a manufacturing and distribution point of view while covering the whole commodity – specialty spectrum. He has led regional and global teams and has completed international assignments in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
As part of Nexeo Solutions’ executive leadership team, he led the Composites and Environmental Services division, implemented several commercial excellence programs within the Chemicals and Plastics divisions, and was instrumental in completing the IPO process in 2016. Most recently, Alberto completed several chemical distribution mergers and acquisitions, from target identification to full integration.
Alberto got a M.S degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Simon Bolivar in Caracas, Venezuela. In 2005 he graduated as Master Black Belt in General Electric Plastics. He is married for 30 years to Gabriela.
Lara Patton
Chief Finance Officer
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Lara joined Valudor Products as Controller in July 2018 with a history of working in the chemicals industry. Prior to joining Valudor® she practiced for over 12 years in public accounting at Grant Thornton in audit and transaction services. The last several years of Lara’s career has been focused on providing financial consulting and operational solutions for companies within the specialty chemicals industry. Lara received her accounting degree from California State University-Fullerton.
Michelle Tung
Vice President, Commercial & Customer Experience (CX)
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Michelle Tung is the Vice President of Commercial & Customer Experience, bringing more than a decade of experience and a deep understanding of the company’s operations, customers, and business strategy. Since joining the company in 2013, Michelle has held leadership roles across Supply Chain, Operations, Customer Service, and Compliance.
Her experience across these critical areas has given Michelle a comprehensive understanding of the business from end to end—from operational execution and supply chain management to customer needs and service delivery. This broad perspective allows her to connect the needs of customers with the capabilities of the organization, ensuring solutions are both responsive and effectively executed.
In her current role, Michelle is focused on strengthening customer relationships, driving commercial growth, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. She is passionate about creating value for customers and building a culture centered around responsiveness, accountability, and service excellence.
Michelle’s leadership approach is grounded in collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to understanding what customers need and delivering on those expectations.
Angie Schewe
Chief Operating Officer
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Angie Schewe has 20 years of experience in the specialty chemical industry in various roles including finance, procurement, and sales and marketing. She has previously worked for ICL, Monsanto, Emerson Electric, and Boeing in various roles. Angie holds an MBA from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. In her spare time, Angie enjoys golfing, bowling, skiing & RVing with family and friends.
Tracy Zhou
Vice President, Purchasing
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Tracy joined Valudor® in 2008. She is the Vice President of Purchasing and leads the Valudor® team in China. She has over 15 years of chemical experience, including working in phosphate factories and purchasing for different chemical products, especially for agriculture and animal feed. She is also quite experienced with the international trade process and global logistics. She graduated from the law school of South West Science and Technology University in Mianyang, China.
Pat Mullahey
Director of Key Accounts
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Pat Mullahey has 30 years of experience in the agricultural business w/ various roles from sales, marketing and business development. He previously worked for Verdesian Life Sciences, Nufarm Americas, and the Scotts Company in various roles. Pat holds a Business Degree in Marketing from Stockton University in Galloway N.J. In his spare time Pat is a great advocate for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy where he continues to run fundraiser to help find a cure and to help his nephew Sean. Additionally Pat likes to travel, play golf and spend time with family and friends.
John Franklin
Director, Animal Feed Sales
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John joined the Valudor® team in July 2019 as the Director of Animal Feed Sales. He has over 12 years experience in Animal Feed Sales and over 25 years experience in distribution.
A graduate from the University of Louisville with BSBA in Marketing and 2ndgeneration in Animal feed sales, he understands the value of being an important partner with our customers and building long term relationships that are beneficial for all.
Scott Dunn
Industrial Sales Director
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Scott joined Valudor® in 2022 and at that time had already been in industrial chemical sales for over a decade. Before that, he was a TV comedy writer, writing scripts for several popular shows. He lives in Nashville, and is married with 4 kids. He enjoys hiking and welcoming friends to Nashville.
Rosco Sazdanoff
Product Manager, Industrial Division
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Rosco came to Valudor® in 2022. He has had a long career in chemicals, both in the distribution and manufacturing spaces. He got his Bachelors Degree in Marketing and Economics at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. Born in Macedonia and bilingual, he has lived in the U.S. since the age of four. He is a long-time resident of the Charlotte area. When not working, he is a connoisseur of scotch, cigars, and Harley-Davidsons.
Elizabeth Alonso
Sales Representative
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Elizabeth joined the Valudor® team in May of 2020 as a hybrid account manager for both the Agricultural and Industrial division. She left her hometown of Fairfax Station, Virginia to study chemistry and run Varsity Track & Field at the United States Naval Academy. She is a 12-year Veteran Naval Aviator, having completed deployments to Bahrain, Qatar, and Okinawa, and Misawa. She currently lives in Saint Johns, Florida with her husband and 4 children. In her leisure time, she enjoys fitness, cooking, gardening, and travel.
Doug Walters
Sales Representative
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Doug joined Valudor® in 2022 and brought with him over two decades of experience in the Agricultural industry. He has experience both with manufacturers and distributors, selling in the Fertilizer and Turf & Ornamentals niches. A graduate of the University of Florida, He has two kids and is a life-long Floridian.
Alberto Machado
CEO
Read More
Alberto’s leadership role as CEO of Valudor Products is a natural progression of his 30+ years of professional experience. His different positions in General Electric Silicones, Momentive Performance Materials and Nexeo Solutions formed his unique business perspective. He successfully became a veteran commercializing chemicals, from a manufacturing and distribution point of view while covering the whole commodity – specialty spectrum. He has led regional and global teams and has completed international assignments in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
As part of Nexeo Solutions’ executive leadership team, he led the Composites and Environmental Services division, implemented several commercial excellence programs within the Chemicals and Plastics divisions, and was instrumental in completing the IPO process in 2016. Most recently, Alberto completed several chemical distribution mergers and acquisitions, from target identification to full integration.
Alberto got a M.S degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Simon Bolivar in Caracas, Venezuela. In 2005 he graduated as Master Black Belt in General Electric Plastics. He is married for 30 years to Gabriela.
Lara Patton
Vice President, Finance and Administration
Read More
Lara joined Valudor Products as Controller in July 2018 with a history of working in the chemicals industry. Prior to joining Valudor® she practiced for over 12 years in public accounting at Grant Thornton in audit and transaction services. The last several years of Lara’s career has been focused on providing financial consulting and operational solutions for companies within the specialty chemicals industry. Lara received her accounting degree from California State University-Fullerton.
Michelle Tung
Vice President, Supply Chain & Operations
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Michelle Tung is our Vice President of Supply Chain & Operations. She oversees supply chain management, freight movement from overseas, and negotiates rates with transporters and storage facilities to ensure the company is efficient and maintains its competitive rates and customer value. Since joining the company in 2013 as Operations Manager, Michelle has built strong relationships with steamship lines, freight forwarders, transporters and storage facilities, maintaining an efficient and healthy supply chain.
Angie Schewe
Vice President,
Commercial
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Angie Schewe has 20 years of experience in the specialty chemical industry in various roles including finance, procurement, and sales and marketing. She has previously worked for ICL, Monsanto, Emerson Electric, and Boeing in various roles. Angie holds an MBA from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. In her spare time, Angie enjoys golfing, bowling, skiing & RVing with family and friends.
Tracy Zhou
Vice President, Purchasing
Read More
Tracy joined Valudor® in 2008. She is the Vice President of Purchasing and leads the Valudor® team in China. She has over 15 years of chemical experience, including working in phosphate factories and purchasing for different chemical products, especially for agriculture and animal feed. She is also quite experienced with the international trade process and global logistics. She graduated from the law school of South West Science and Technology University in Mianyang, China.
Pat Mullahey
Director of Key Accounts
Read More
Pat Mullahey has 30 years of experience in the agricultural business w/ various roles from sales, marketing and business development. He previously worked for Verdesian Life Sciences, Nufarm Americas, and the Scotts Company in various roles. Pat holds a Business Degree in Marketing from Stockton University in Galloway N.J. In his spare time Pat is a great advocate for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy where he continues to run fundraiser to help find a cure and to help his nephew Sean. Additionally Pat likes to travel, play golf and spend time with family and friends.
John Franklin
Director, Animal Feed Sales
Read More
John joined the Valudor® team in July 2019 as the Director of Animal Feed Sales. He has over 12 years experience in Animal Feed Sales and over 25 years experience in distribution.
A graduate from the University of Louisville with BSBA in Marketing and 2ndgeneration in Animal feed sales, he understands the value of being an important partner with our customers and building long term relationships that are beneficial for all.
Elizabeth Alonso
Sales Representative
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Elizabeth joined the Valudor® team in May of 2020 as a hybrid account manager for both the Agricultural and Industrial division. She left her hometown of Fairfax Station, Virginia to study chemistry and run Varsity Track & Field at the United States Naval Academy. She is a 12-year Veteran Naval Aviator, having completed deployments to Bahrain, Qatar, and Okinawa, and Misawa. She currently lives in Saint Johns, Florida with her husband and 4 children. In her leisure time, she enjoys fitness, cooking, gardening, and travel.
Scott Dunn
Industrial Sales Director
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Scott joined Valudor® in 2022 and at that time had already been in industrial chemical sales for over a decade. Before that, he was a TV comedy writer, writing scripts for several popular shows. He lives in Nashville, and is married with 4 kids. He enjoys hiking and welcoming friends to Nashville.
Rosco Sazdanoff
Product Manager, Industrial Division
Read More
Rosco came to Valudor® in 2022. He has had a long career in chemicals, both in the distribution and manufacturing spaces. He got his Bachelors Degree in Marketing and Economics at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. Born in Macedonia and bilingual, he has lived in the U.S. since the age of four. He is a long-time resident of the Charlotte area. When not working, he is a connoisseur of scotch, cigars, and Harley-Davidsons.
Doug Walters
Sales Representative
Read More
Doug joined Valudor® in 2022 and brought with him over two decades of experience in the Agricultural industry. He has experience both with manufacturers and distributors, selling in the Fertilizer and Turf & Ornamentals niches. A graduate of the University of Florida, He has two kids and is a life-long Floridian.
What We Offer
We provide a wide portfolio of chemical raw materials, functional additives, and specialty fertilizers selected for quality and application-specific performance. Our offerings support nutrient efficiency, soil and plant health, animal productivity, and industrial consistency.
