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Experienced product, innovation, R&D and manufacturing executive / corporate officer with broad expertise across B2B and consumer products industries, including cannabis, e-vapor, specialty chemicals, tobacco, automotive and fiberglass/carbon fiber composites. Dynamic and strategic leader that has repeatedly driven growth of businesses through technology and product innovation with a passion for creating differentiation and value for customers. Corporate objectives accomplished by focusing on developing people and their capabilities and enabling them to achieve remarkable results. I place a premium on open communication and transparency. My leadership style enables people and teams to be successful particularly in evolving and adaptive growth environments, times of change, and in pursuing aggressive goals. Extensive operational experience leading product & technology innovation, R&D, manufacturing, engineering, flavor development, regulatory affairs & science, external manufacturing, IP portfolio management, analytical and performance product testing, consumer paneling, quality systems, project management (PMO) and technology scouting. Specialized skills: product & technology-based acquisition, regulatory compliance & science for newly regulated industries, integration of small entrepreneurial companies into large corporations, subject matter expert for presentations to regulatory agencies, growth of leaders and leadership of change.