Bio

• Global executive with a successful track record leading innovation in the biotech, agtech, food ingredient and personal care industries • Experienced leader of the new product development cycle, from opportunity assessment and vision through development, commercialization, and sales • Accomplished business development leader including partner identification, diligence, and deal negotiation with technology development partners, distributors, and customers • Extensive leadership of cross functional product development teams, from R&D, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain to marketing and sales • Demonstrated success in complex problem solving in high-paced environments through the recruitment and guidance of both internal and external resources leading to high-impact results