Dr. Michael (Mike) Sanders has held positions with Oil and Gas E&P and multinational chemical companies and has a proven record in business development, R&D, and marketing. Career Track: Professional growth through positions as R&D Director; Business Development Director; Product Manager and New Business Development Manager.Proven Record-- Across Corporate Functions: Dr. Sanders is skilled in product development and introduction, planning, sales, marketing, R&D, and manufacturing. He has led large groups of scientists and business specialists in the US. His management strength is leading technical operations with sound business sense and a focus on profitability. Most recently he has managed all chemical programs and lubricant testing programs for fracking operations for SWN.He has collaborated on more than a dozen patents and publications for chemicals such as microbiocides; petroleum and petrochemical processing; and industrial products; industrial and recreational water treatment. Dr. Sanders has exceptionally strong communication skills, and is highly regarded for his ability to develop and articulate clear, practical strategies. He works easily with executive management of multinational corporations, new ventures and start-ups. He is equally comfortable in technical and sales oriented situations.Dr. Sanders dedicated a portion of his life to helping others. He spent over seven years working with religious non-profits to help couples in marriage and family development. He raised 100% of the support needed to do this. Ph.D., Miami University, Oxford, Ohio; B.S., Alderson Broaddus College, Phillipi, WVSpecialties: Product Development, New Business Development, Product Introduction, Opportunity Analysis, Water Treatment, Oil Field Chemicals, E & P Water Management, Water Soluble Polymers, Biocide Development, Patent Strategies, Product Management, Produced Water Recycle Strategies and Processes; Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals; Production Chemicals