actnano is a revolutionary nanotechnology company that enables the protection of a variety of materials from water damage and harsh environmental conditions. Specializing in automotive and consumer electronics, our fluorine-free, thin-film coatings, called Advanced nanoGUARD can be applied to the full PCBA including connectors, antennas, LEDs and high-heat generating components, while providing up to IPx8 protection levels. Solutions can be integrated easily into existing manufacturing lines by our expert, regional engineering teams.

Supported introduction and implementation of actnano surface protection coatings

Expansion of Industry/BD management role; responsible for U.S. & Europe (with Asia extension) for business development. First product was a novel transparent polyimide film for optical applications such as touch sensor substrates, foldable cover windows and printed electronics. Led outreach and partner development for novel adhesive and coating project concepts.

Initial member of Electronics team, with the goal of introducing innovative materials inspired by biology; supported both technical and business development; focused on market strategy, identifying product needs, growing partner/customer relationships, and developing business processes for printed electronics, displays and touch sensors

Responsible for developing new business at strategic West Coast OEMs with DSM's Electronic materials portfolio - high temperature polyamides and thermoplastic co-polyester elastomers. Applications include I/O connectors, structural frames, enclosures, wire & cable jacketing and innovation programs. Lead global account teams to ensure implementation.

Responsible for account management and new business development at premium electronic device OEM. Identified technology fit and led global product development, technical and business teams to deliver results. Supported full PPG portfolio including high performance coatings, decorative coatings, oleo phobic glass coatings and electronic materials.

Initial member within new “One DuPont” photovoltaic materials market-facing enterprise. Responsible for leading the go-to-market strategy in western U.S. region - global account management, program management, market/policy intelligence, business development, and industry representation. Developed diverse customer base with broad technology/business interests and specialized product needs. PV America Advisory Council and Solar Power International Review Committee.

Managed account team in support of key account with 4 heavy-duty truck manufacturing plants in region; managed day to day activities; developed account plan and built internal account team; primary interface to customer management.

Process engineer situated in key customer's corporate engineering offices, specialized in coatings; primary technical interface to customer; facilitated product approvals, addressed quality issues and led process optimization programs at customer plants

Managed projects for internal and external clients of Nylon, Polyester, Lycra®, Kevlar®; specialized in high-speed winding mechanics of synthetic fibers; process optimization, product development, capital projects