United States
Agile Methodology Development (Stage-Gate(R) Process), Technical Performance Coaching Adept in developing and implementing agile project management process aligned with the Stage-Gate® process. Multi-dimensional leader with extensive experience in coaching and mentoring professionals to improve technical and cross-functional performance in innovative environments for research and development. Track record of successfully guiding teamwork and developing high performance teams of professionals to deliver targeted outcomes and realize business strategy within required timelines. Competencies: Stage-Gate Process; Coaching for Peak Performance; Product Specifications & Compliance; Talent Management; Resource Development; Material Qualifications; Customer Relationship & External Partnership; Product Validation & Commercialization; Strategy & Roadmap Development & Execution Honored Service Member of the SPE and Engineer-Of-The-Year Recipient of the Injection Molding Division (IMD) Consumer Rigid Plastics Packaging Research & Commercialization - sustainability, biodegradable additives, bioplastics, biopolymers, composites. Nonwovens Research & Development for automotive, building, medical and engineered specialties segments. TPO and TPE development for automotive and packaging applications. TPU for film & sheet and magnetic media applications. Invention Record Areas: Filled TPU for static control; TPU blend for barrier applications Patent: High Modulus Spunbond.
- Design and develop stage-gate strategy - Execute stage-gate program and train users - Direct a team of engineers to create and commercialize a portfolio of materials for consumer packaging and industrial applications, with increasing focus on sustainability (recycle, bioplastics and composites, and biodegradation technology). - Direct a team of research and development engineers to innovate nonwoven materials for applications in automotive, building, medical and technical specialties.
SPE Honored Service Member and Injection Molding Division Engineer-Of-The-Year. Senior member with impactful contributions to the SPE Injection Molding Division through various positions on the Board of Directors: Chair of Board of Directors, ANTEC Technical Program Chair, Secretary, Assistant Treasurer and Nominations Committee Chair. - Previous Governance Experience: Vice President/Secretary, SPE Global Executive Committee 2002 - 2005
Created and implemented an industry certified global client services center that became a strategic capability for business retention and growth in the durables label and packaging market. Led technical projects for consumer electronics segment. Advocated innovation in top coat development to enhance product performance. Worked with business leaders and market communications team to drive brand visibility in the market place. Served as consultant to customers on process for UL/CSA recognition. Knowledge of standards and specifications for automotive, marking and labels, such as UL 94, UL 969, BS5609 as well as Canadian Standards (CSA).
Created new product lines for applications in the automotive interior market, using knowledge and experience in polymers, elastomers, fillers and additives. Managed programs for product scale-up, launch and commercialization.
Directed high performing team of development engineers and technicians to create and commercialize a portfolio of innovative products for automotive interior applications, resulting in market share gain in the mobility industry. Strengthened brand image through effective customer care and marketing communications. Early Career Experience: Developed inherently static control products for injection molding and thermoforming applications. Products used for packaging in semiconductor/electronic applications. Managed scale-ups and commercialization for sheet extrusion and pellet compounds. Supervised technicians. Other areas of new product developments: film & sheet, wire & cable, flexible packaging, high moisture vapor transmission applications, magnetic media, and process design for manufacturing new TPU products.