OUR PURPOSE

Due to increased population, economic ballooning, food, and water shortages, and increased dependency on synthetics, harmful chemicals, and industrial products, the world is in desperate need of a solution that will alleviate these issues and re-energize our ability to live and prosper within our environment.

Innovative Industries Group, Inc. (IIG) seeks to help remediate or solve many of these issues through the acquisition of several companies, some of which utilize cutting edge technology in key disciplines such as agriculture and bioremediation.  

IIG has long held the belief that only through sustainable practices can we undo the damage that has been done and leave the world a better place for future generations.  Each company we integrate serves a unique purpose toward this goal.  

IIG has developed a structure to link these solutions together with a program to cater to, and provide for, a multitude of applications in a broadly diverse marketplace.

IIG plans to accomplish our goals through the unification of common products across each discipline.  Through marketing and sales, we seek to expand our product offerings across the globe, reaching people in underserved populations as well as heavily affected areas.  IIG also plans to never cease its research and development of new, diverse products and technology as well as improving its current product offerings.

By combining a varied group of products with a global logistics chain, IIG will be able to diversify the market capabilities of all products currently offered and increase the effective research and development models for all the different product types associated which will, in turn, assist in overall cost equity as well as allow for solutions in markets and populations that have been hereto underserved due to economic restraints. 

Co-founder Lou Elwell manages and directs the company toward its primary objectives, based on profit and return of capital, through establishing current and long-range objectives.  

Lou has extensive experience in managing and building new companies.  He has been an officer and director of several public companies.  He has been named Entrepreneur of the Month by Entrepreneur Magazine.

Lou received his Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, where he majored in both Finance and Entrepreneurial Management, and was also a Teaching Fellow in the Entrepreneurial Center.

Co-founder Wayne Wade grew up on a small farm in south Mississippi.  His understanding of conventional farming and plant needs and his experience in microbial remediation for waste management bolstered his desire to experiment with natural alternatives to promote healthy plants and soil.

Wayne currently operates the production facilities in Hattiesburg, MS.  Additionally, he oversees the technical and marketing support.  His passion for agriculture continues as he travels the world, introducing producers to the benefits of products containing SumaGrow.

Wayne received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern Mississippi in Marketing.

Erin Reynolds joined the team in 2009 and has served in a myriad of positions.  Erin currently serves as Executive Assistant as well as the Orders and Shipping Coordinator.  She also assists with Registration and Compliance; all positions within BSEI where her background in criminal justice and legal reading helps her navigate through the legalities of contracts, import permits, registrations, and compliance.

Erin received her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University San Marcos) in 1999 and obtained her Master of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2003.  She then began work on her Ph.D. in Administration of Justice and is currently only lacking the completion of her dissertation. 

Eric is a current livestock producer with roots in the agricultural industry and was brought on staff at Bio Soil in early 2024 serving a range of functions in operations. After finishing college, Eric went on to develop a research and development division for Naco then moved into consulting work for both the government and private industry. He has served as production, operations, and business development manager for several multinational companies including Nasco and The Consolidated Companies (CON/CO) acquiring an extensive background in international business and product management/development as well as having strong ties to large chain retailers both domestic and internationally.

Eric received his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Georgia in 1993.

Scott joined us in July 2024 to serve as our Director of Marketing and Business Development.  He has over 30 years of sales and business experience working for major retail sellers, where he managed over 55 stores.  Scott has owned a few companies over the years as well.  He has extensive knowledge in sales management, employee development, and customer loyalty.  His primary focus for the company will be to help drive company revenue.

Scott received a degree in Drafting from Pearl River Junior College in 1979.

Dr. Randy Smith grew up in a farming family in Raymond, Mississippi. His background, coupled with nearly forty years of experience in the agricultural industry, both commercial and academic, made Dr. Smith the perfect choice for BSEI’s Lead Scientist position. He joined the Bio Soil family in 2020 and has since designed, implemented, and analyzed our field trials as well as assisted in the research and development of new products. Dr. Smith’s knowledge and experience have been an asset to the company.

Dr. Smith received his Bachelor of Science in Plant Pathology, his Master of Science in Weed Science, and his Ph.D. in Agronomy from Mississippi State University.  He is also the author and/or co-author of many scientific publications.

Ms. McWilliams has worked extensively with compliance testing and wastewater testing and treatment. Ms. McWilliams worked for Bio-Solutions Corporation, a microbial bioremediation company, from 2004 until 2007. In 2007, she joined BSEI’s research and development team where she helped oversee the SumaGrow double blind field trials. Ms. McWilliams now teaches high school science, but remains with BSEI as a consultant, where the company continues to utilize her unique skills.

Janiece received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master of Science in Microbiology, both with environmental science emphasis, from the University of Southern Mississippi.  Her graduate research involved plant-microbe interactions during water stress.

Lauren Bonner works as a consultant and provides expertise in chemistry and laboratory technique assisting in Research and Development and Quality Control.  Lauren gained her knowledge and experience by working almost 10 years in a laboratory company before joining our team.

Lauren received her Master of Science in Geochemistry from the University of Southern Mississippi.

Russ Smith is a seasoned entrepreneur known for his expertise in the plastics and manufacturing industries. As the co-founder of Flexcraft, he transformed the company from a modest operation with just two employees and one machine into an industry leader through innovative customer solutions and strategic acquisitions. Notably, Russ achieved industry recognition by converting a chocolate extruder into a blow molding machine, becoming the first to process an extremely difficult engineering resin.

After successfully selling Flexcraft in 2015 and transitioning to a Board position, Russ founded Spectrum, a packaging and filling company dedicated to helping product-based businesses scale efficiently. Spectrum specializes in sourcing, packaging, decorating, filling, and providing comprehensive dock-to-stock services to customers worldwide. Russ's ventures have grossed over $500 million in sales, and he has extensive experience selling to major retailers such as Walmart and Home Depot. With a strong background in team building, company building, and scaling manufacturing operations to tens of millions of units per year, Russ Smith continues to drive innovation and success in the industry.

Lisa grew up on her family's cattle farm in Laurel, Mississippi. She went to college in Georgia and then returned to her family's farm when her degree was complete. She worked with non-profit organizations for 22 years as a Commercial Donations Coordinator. For fun, she grew a garden for the charity's recipients. 

Lisa joined IIG as a sales representative with a focus on implementing organic/eco-benign products into a food source.

Lisa obtained degrees in phlebotomy and surgical technology in Atlanta, GA.

Jerry joined the BSEI team in 2011 as the Production Manager.  He oversees and assists with the blending, bottling, and packaging of Bio Soil’s products, the loading and unloading of freight trucks, as well as the maintenance of the warehouse and equipment.  Jerry has kept the warehouse running smoothly and in good working shape for over a decade.

Francisco came to work for BSEI in 2014.  He works in the warehouse mixing, packaging, and packaging products for shipping.  He also assists with Research and Development both in the laboratory and out in the field.  He is an integral part of the BSEI family.