Driven by innovation, quality, and sustainability in every project we take on.

About Us

Forging ahead with resilience

Envisioning a Brighter
and Prosperous Future

Envisioning a Brighter and Prosperous Future

At Tercio, a visionary outlook transcends borders. This remarkable journey encompasses diverse experiences, individual expertise, and unwavering passion. Seeking groundbreaking ideas and leveraging practical technology, we adapt to the evolving needs of our era, with an eye toward a sustaining future.
Our ethos remains clear: create a meaningful impact by strengthening connections, upholding respect, and valuing opportunities. The aim is to cultivate enhanced living spaces and a thriving world for all.
Through collaborative innovations and shared goals, we work toward positive change. By blending innovation with tradition, we advocate forward momentum and contribute to a greener future, striving for a better tomorrow.

The Group Structure

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USA

  • Warehousing and Sales Center (U.S. & Mexico Markets)
  • Project Investment
  • Business Services (production, offshore facility setup, legal and financing in the U.S. & Mexico)

Hong Kong

  • Global Sourcing and Procurement
  • Brand Expansion in Asian Markets (ASEAN)
  • Commercialization of Green Technologies
  • Sustainable Development & Promotion, the HUB

Malaysia

  • Research and Experimental Centre (Biotechnology, Renewable Sources, By-Products, Bio-Composites)
  • Field Studies
  • Global Research and Collaboration Platform
  • Planting in Arid Land, Agroforestry

Mexico

  • Agro-Industrial Residues and Wastes R&D
  • Sustainable New Materials Exploration
  • Cactus Plantation
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USA

Hong Kong

Malaysia

Mexico

  • Warehousing and Sales Center (U.S. & Mexico Markets)
  • Project Investment
  • Business Services (production, offshore facility setup, legal and financing in the U.S. & Mexico)
  • Agro-Industrial Residues and Wastes R&D
  • Sustainable New Materials Exploration
  • Cactus Plantation
  • Global Sourcing and Procurement
  • Brand Expansion in Asian Markets (ASEAN)
  • Commercialization of Green Technologies
  • Sustainable Development & Promotion, the HUB
  • Research and Experimental Centre (Biotechnology, Renewable Sources, By-Products, Bio-Composites)
  • Field Studies
  • Global Research and Collaboration Platform
  • Planting in Arid Land, Agroforestry
*Scheduled to open in 2023/24

The Group Structure

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USA

  • Pick & Pack Warehouse in the U.S. & Mexico
  • Fulfillment & Sales Centre in the U.S. & Mexico
  • Project Investment
  • Business Services (offshore production, facility setup, legal and financing)

Hong Kong

  • Research, Develop and Commercialization of Green Technologies
  • Sustainable Development & Promotion, the HUB
  • Brand Expansion in Asian Markets (ASEAN)

Malaysia*

  • Research and Experimental Centre on Biotechnology, Renewable Sources, By-Products, and Bio-Composites
  • Field Studies

Mexico

  • Agro-Industrial Residues Research & Development
  • Raw Materials Exploration
*Scheduled to open in 2023/24

Mission and Vision

Collaborating with global partners who are committed to reducing environmental harm and improving living conditions, we develop earth-friendly products and practical solutions that positively impact both people and our planet.

Lifestyle - Living - Connect

Unlocking a brighter future by exploring solutions that elevate well-being, foster environmental consciousness, and enrich lives. Collaborative efforts across sectors, even in small actions, contribute to a promising tomorrow.

Innovation - Sustainability -
Social Responsibility

Green innovations facilitate connections and demonstrate our commitment to environmentally responsible practices. While our formula is not flawless, it contributes to making the world a better place and inspires others to join the movement.

Values

Our core principles shape how we work with partners and oversee business operations.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle

To develop products and services that benefit our consumers and the communities.

Living

Living

We bring in economic opportunities and practices to increase living standards sustainably

Connect

Connect

Throughout our value chain, we connect synergistic partners to over industry challenges and deliver unconventional solutions.

Innovation

Innovation

With the latest insights and in-depth research, we leverage key trends and opportunities to pioneer better products and services.

Sustainability

Sustainability

We manage businesses sustainably and responsibly to safeguard nature and reduce our carbon footprint.

Social Responsibility

Social Responsibility

We are committed to our role as stewards of the environment and society at large.

Our Team

The people that bring the change

Cannis Yu

Co-founder
and CEO

Travis Hatch

Regional Director
(U.S. & Mexico)

Adriana De León

Chief Chemist, R&D
(U.S. and Mexico)

Dr. Muhammad
Shakeel Ahmad

Co-inventor

Dr. Natasha Lee
Hai Yen

Co-inventor

Professor Dr.
Sazaly Abu Bakar

Advisor

Dr. Immo
A. Hansen

Advisor

Dr. Liang,
Chia-Hua

Advisor

Cannis Yu

Co-founder
and CEO
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Travis Hatch

Co-founder and CEO
(U.S. & Mexico)
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Adriana De León

Chief Chemist,
R&D

Dr. Muhammad
Shakeel Ahmad

Consultant
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Dr. Natasha Lee
Hai Yen

Consultant

Professor Dr.
Sazaly Abu Bakar

Consultant

Dr. Immo
A. Hansen

Consultant

Dr. Liang,
Chia-Hua

Consultant
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Cannis Yu

Co-founder and CEO
With over 10 years of project management experience, her work revolves around sourcing, procurement, business operations, production planning, global distribution, and client service. She excels in handling special projects and ad-hoc requests, particularly in creating items for brands, hotels, and airlines.

In 2023, she launched a sustainable brand named UTOPIER. This green initiative focuses on tree planting and agro-forestation by creating green spaces in arid and water-stressed areas to grow, enhance local livelihoods, and elevate living standards. Additionally, UTOPIER aims to achieve carbon sequestration, adopt clean energy in business operations, and develop sustainable new materials for packaging and personal care products.
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Travis Hatch

Regional Director
(U.S. & Mexico)
Travis, with more than 20 years of experience, produces and delivers world-class chemical solutions to the manufacturing industry. He oversees operations in both the United States and Mexico, ensuring the safety, cleanliness, effectiveness, and reliability of products manufactured under his facilities.

Additionally, Travis is deeply committed to the oil & gas and energy sector. As an investor and entrepreneur, he recognizes the significance of environmental responsibility. Consequently, he has begun implementing sustainable business practices across the sectors of manufacturing, operations, and supply chains, with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and carbon dioxide.
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Adriana De León

Chief Chemist, R&D.
(U.S. and Mexico)
Adriana has over 10 years of experience in chemical engineering, with a primary focus on delivering specialty chemical products to the automotive and oil industries. Her role here is to enhance product quality and refine procedures while prioritizing safety. Adriana also plays a key role in developing and manufacturing products and processes aligned with the company’s strategic direction. Additionally, she collaborates with partners worldwide to address the use of green and sustainable chemistry, as well as eco-friendly packaging solutions.

Dr. Muhammad Shakeel Ahmad

Co-inventor
Dr. Muhammad Shakeel is a senior lecturer at the University of Malaya under the UM Power Energy Dedicated Advanced Centre (UMPEDAC). His primary focus is on renewable energy materials, energy integration systems, hydrogen technologies, as well as green and clean energy. Furthermore, he is the co-inventor of the invention, An Irrigating Planter Assembly (AIPA), as well as the scalable planting system.
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Dr. Natasha Lee
Hai Yen

Co-inventor
Dr. Natasha Lee is a senior lecturer at the University of Malaya under the Tropical Infectious Diseases Research and Education Centre (TIDREC). Natasha’s areas of expertise include Vaccinology, Genomics, and Bacteriology. She is the co-inventor of the GRAZE microbial biofertilizers, and the Bio-Sandbox.

Professor Dr. Sazaly
Abu Bakar

Advisor, Co-developer
Professor Dr. Sazaly is the Executive Director of the Tropical Infectious Diseases Research and Education Centre (TIDREC) and the WHO Collaborating Centre for Arbovirus Research and Reference (Dengue and Severe Dengue) at the University of Malaya.

Over the years, Professor Dr. Sazaly has developed a strong research interest in emerging infectious diseases, especially vector-borne diseases. He is the advisor and co-developer of the NYAMOS insect repellent technology.
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Dr. Immo A. Hansen

Advisor, Co-developer
Dr. Hansen is a professor at New Mexico State University (NMSU) under the Department of Biology and is the Principal Investigator at The Hansen Lab. He has conducted extensive research in the areas of molecular biology, molecular physiology, signal transduction, and cell biology of disease-transmitting mosquitoes and other blood-sucking arthropods. Dr. Hansen is the advisor and co-developer of the NYAMOS repellent technology, for both plant-based ‘green’ repellents and traditional repellents.

Dr. Liang, Chia-Hua

Advisor, Co-developer
Dr. Liang is currently a professor at the Department of Cosmetic Science and Institute of Cosmetic Science, Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science (CNU). She has worked on cosmetics application and management, and cosmetics development and application research. Also, she specializes in beauty biotechnology, functional food, product testing and functional evaluation. Dr. Liang dedicates her expertise and energy to supporting the creation of environmentally friendly beauty and personal care items. She is also the advisor and co-developer of Si.Jo, the sustainable skincare series.