 Managing direct reports on multiple projects from inception through all the development stages to commercialization.  Build strong collaborations with cross-functional teams of business and technical specialists to drive innovation and advance projects through Stage-Gate processes.

 Responsible for management of multiple projects through all the development stages to commercialization- this has included some of the top 5 R&D projects for PPG  Presented at trade shows  Formulation of coatings for the Industrial and automotive markets. Product management training including trade show planning and product promo push webinar, Product market data research for commercial tool support Oracle Formula Filing and Costing

 People and project management  Responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of epoxy, acrylic, and all anionic and two-coat general industrial electrocoat tanks Formulation of high solids, solvent and water-based electrocoat coatings Evaluate resins and analyze chemical and physical properties  Provide technical support to plant, laboratory, and field personnel On-line/field visits for new product launches, customer training, product trials, on-line product troubleshooting  Analysis of data and experimental designs for troubleshooting requests and resolution of customer issues Color matching and paste formulation Formulation and Commercialization of electrocoat coatings for interior and exterior industrial markets.  Received extensive training in coatings technology, experimental design methods, computer skills, and quality processes (Sigma Logic Root Cause and Accelerator Training, DOE Expert Training, Root Cause Analysis, BPI Initiator Training)