Experienced executive responsible for the top-line growth and bottom-line profitability in the coatings, polymers and petrochemical industries in Asia Pacific. Major role and responsibilities include delivering profitable growth and sustained value creation, development and implementation of organic and acquisition growth strategies, joint venture activities, and development and coaching of people. Skills in strategy development, business management, leveraging limited and shared resources, and providing leadership in the region. Hands-on experience in manufacturing and operations, JV negotiations in China and India, and product management/planning for chemical plants in Singapore/Malaysia. International assignments in United States, China and Hong Kong.Specialties: Manufacturing and operations, strategy development, business management, leadership development