Jochen Schmidt

Vice President of Business Development | Leading Strategic Growth for Michigan-Based Advanced Composites Manufacturer | Connecting Industries with Cutting-Edge Carbon Fiber Solutions | Executive Management | B2B

Birmingham, Michigan, United States

About

As the VP of Business Development at Offshore Spars / Peninsula Composites, I lead strategic growth initiatives in the advanced composites sector, focusing on high-strength carbon fiber technologies and innovative manufacturing solutions. With over 30 years of experience in sales and program engineering, I have a proven track record of driving business expansion and building key industry partnerships. Previously as Executive Director of Sales & Engineering at Multimatic, I managed teams delivering innovative solutions for the automotive industry, developing my expertise in complex project management and cultivating a culture of technical excellence. I am passionate about connecting cutting-edge composite technologies with new markets and applications, particularly in marine, defense, and specialized industrial sectors. My approach combines technical knowledge with strategic vision to create sustainable growth opportunities while delivering exceptional value to clients and stakeholders.

Experience

  • Vice President of Business Development at Offshore Spars / Peninsula Composites
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Multimatic (23 yrs 3 mos)
    • Executive Director of Sales & Engineering
      Apr 2023 - Mar 2025 · 2 yrs

    • Director of Sales & Program Engineering
      Jun 2013 - Apr 2023 · 9 yrs 11 mos

    • Director of Sales & Program Engineering
      Apr 2004 - Jun 2013 · 9 yrs 3 mos

  • Product Engineer / Engineering Supervisor / Account Manager at Keykert USA Inc.
    Aug 1994 - Jan 2002 · 7 yrs 6 mos

    Played a key role in the growth of Keykert USA (subsidiary of Kiekert AG ), contributing to the company’s success in the North American automotive market during their start up phase 1994 to 2002. • Managed engineering projects and sales operations, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and customer requirements. • Developed strong relationships with key clients, resulting in long-term partnerships and successful product launches.