Accomplished Chief Technology Officer with a proven track record at GEON Performance Solutions, adept in corporate strategy development and leading digital transformations. Expertise in integrating acquisitions and driving innovation, evidenced by a $1.5B increase in business value and a 16% annual growth in new product revenue. Skilled in financial management and fostering team collaboration.
Visionary leader with expertise in transforming teams and aligning R&D organizations with strategic business objectives., Proven ability to streamline operations and implement methodologies like Agile and Stage-Gate to enhance efficiency and profitability., Extensive experience in developing and commercializing technologies across diverse industries, including automotive, packaging, healthcare, and infrastructure., Skilled in navigating complex matrix environments, building high-performing global teams, and leveraging external networks to accelerate innovation., Managed comprehensive intellectual property portfolios, enabling 200+ patent applications and securing 48 patents., Established key performance indicators (KPIs) and data-driven approaches to optimize project pipelines and align resources with strategic priorities., Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt; fluent in English and French.