Christopher M. Caskey Email & Phone Number

Paonia, Co

Paonia, Co

Golden, Colorado

Larix manufactures high-art, high-functionality polymers from waste material for use in 3D printing and other manufacturing sectors. I:♦ Started the company from first concept♦ Vetted and the hired legal team, business consultants, tax professionals, and an employee ♦ Invented core technology and developed intellectual property strategy ♦ Acquired strategic partners for laboratory access and chemical distribution ♦ Engaged with potential customers to validate and revise our business model and value proposition

Golden, Co

♦ Supervised eight-person research team running multiple projects in the fields of catalysis and energy ♦ Facilitated success of team members with diverse needs and goals from students to visiting scientists ♦ Responsible for maintaining safe laboratory practices

Golden, Colorado

♦ Developed technologies and processes in the catalysis and biomass-to-fuel space ♦ Authored nine academic publications on renewable energy subjects, three of which as lead author ♦ Published in chemistry, physics, and materials science journals ♦ Gained broad understanding of energy storage and efficiency concepts through exposure to subject matter experts ♦ Instructed undergraduate students in general chemistry laboratories ♦ Presented subject matter to meet multiple learning styles producing high student understanding

Golden, Co

♦ Developed novel semiconducting materials for photovoltaics and solar fuels ♦ Prepared deliverables for funding agencies ♦ Earned multiple technical certifications through third party coursework ♦ Presented research at professional conferences, internal meetings, and government reviews ♦ Discovered and documented a previously unknown material ♦ Managed successful scientific collaborations across local, national, and international stakeholders ♦ Distilled large volumes of data into actionable, predictive information

British Columbia, Canada

Guided week-long mountaineering trips for high school, college, and adult participants. Led two person guide teams responsible for safety, navigation, and trip content.

Greater Seattle Area

Oversaw analytical and failure analysis projects from first client contact, through site visits to final report. Consulted with aerospace, alternative energy, and consumer product companies.

Synthesized and characterized air sensitive organometallic compounds. Operated and maintained microwave spectrometer and vacuum systems.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Applied Chemistry

Bachelor'S Of Science, Chemistry

Activities and Societies: Choir, Intramural sports