Senior leader with 25 years of experience in adhesives, sealants and coatings used in industrial, automotive, aerospace and medical device. Experience leading R&D organizations across diverse functional groups and disciplines to design, develop, test and commercialize products for market. Ability to lead global teams delivering innovative, results-oriented solutions for customer needs through the use of a solid science foundation and a deep understanding of the business processes, people & culture within an organization. Strong interpersonal abilities combined with extensive technical expertise enables the achievement of business goals.