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Strategic Innovation Leader with 25+ years in R&D driving Sustainable Solutions in the Chemical Industry.As a seasoned strategic innovation leader with over 25 years of R&D experience, I specialize in driving sustainable solutions and delivering value-added products in the speciality chemicals industry. At Synthomer, I currently lead global initiatives to develop new technology platforms and reduce upstream scope 3 emissions, aligning with our 2030 SBTi targets. My extensive international experience and expertise in innovation strategy, M&A activities, and cross-functional business processes have consistently maximized the impact of product development programs. Passionate about advancing the chemical industry, I have actively contributed to the UK Chemistry Council Innovation Committee and have served on the Board of Trustees for the Society of Chemical Industry.Innovation Strategy and Execution Expert. Formulate and execute innovation strategies to maximize product development impact. Design and implement cross-functional business processes to enhance market focus, project definition, and portfolio management. Extensive international experience in Europe, the USA, and Asia, including 12 years living in the United States and The Netherlands.Global Technology Platform Development Lead. Spearhead global initiatives to identify, assess, and develop new technology platforms through collaborative programs. Lead strategic planning for reducing upstream scope 3 emissions to achieve corporate 2030 SBTi targets.M&A Integration. Extensive experience in corporate acquisitions from management presentations and due diligence to integration programs.Board of Trustees Member, Society of Chemical Industry (SCI). Served on the Board of Trustees, furthering the application of chemistry and related sciences for public benefit. First Chair of the SCI’s Career Committee, developing a career framework for early and mid-career professionals. Led the organisation of the SCI’s Industry Recruitment Showcase for its first two years.

Listed skills include R&D, Product Development, Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, and 32 others.