Kevin Leadford
Evergreen,CO
Summary
Skilled Engineer with advanced-level skills in lighting science and innovative product conceptualization. Strong knowledge of fundamental concepts of engineering disciplines, scientific methods and computer-based analysis tools. Adept in using empirical testing methods to expedite research and development. Over three decades in engineering management and professional development. Ready to apply 40 years professional experience to dynamic new position.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Research and Development
Acuity Brands Lighting
Evergreen, CO
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
- Conceived of new products, developed designs, prototyped, and conducted performance validation through proof of concept.
- Researched emerging technologies and assisted with implementation.
- Conducted targeted research relative to emerging industry and non-industry trends.
- Developed training programs related to lighting engineering and architectural design
- Conducted experimental tests to collect design data and assist in new product development.
- Generated engineering and technical documentation to facilitate product development collaboration.
- Prepared conceptual designs, hands-on fabrication, material and performance validation.
VP of Innovation
Acuity Brands Lighting
Wheat Ridge, CO
09.2000 - 03.2019
- Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
- Conceived of new products, developed designs, prototyped, and conducted performance validation through proof of concept.
- Spearheaded corporate-wide product development innovation effort via creation of off-site skunk works facility.
- Responsible for facility selection, reconfiguration, commissioning, laboratory development and calibration, prototyping, and general day-to-day operation.
- Managed team of eight highly skilled and creative engineers.
- Monitored industry trends, keeping current on latest changes and competition in industry.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
VP of Lighting Technology
Acuity Brands Lighting
05.1997 - 09.2000
- Responsible for corporate-wide engineering services including optical design, software development, testing laboratories, and model shop.
- Managed team of 20 engineers in various disciplines.
- Introduced and independently marketed industry-leading VisualTM lighting calculation software with over 14,000 current users.
- Designed format for internal detailed monthly project status reporting.
- Established positive relationships with industry leaders to gain insight into innovations and trends.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Director of Lighting Technology
Acuity Brands Lighting
03.1996 - 05.1997
- Responsible for division-wide engineering services including optical design, software development, testing laboratories, and model shop.
- Managed team of 14 engineers in various disciplines.
- Developed industry-leading VisualTM lighting calculation software with over 14,000 current users.
- Established positive relationships with industry leaders to gain insight into innovations and trends.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Manager of Lighting Technology
Acuity Brands Lighting
10.1993 - 03.1996
- Responsible for division-wide engineering services including optical design, software development, testing laboratories, and model shop.
- Managed team of 10 engineers in various lighting related disciplines.
- Established positive relationships with industry leaders to gain insight into innovations and trends.
- Researched and adopted new technologies to add value to existing offerings.
- Attended industry conferences to stay abreast of developments and establish connections.
Lighting Engineer
Acuity Brands Lighting
06.1990 - 01.1993
- Provided customer support for lighting calculation software.
- Trained internal personnel on fundamental lighting science concepts and technologies.
- Provided new product conceptualization and optical design support using state of the art software technologies.
- Developed and executed experimental design protocol.
Computer Operator
Rockwell International
02.1984 - 09.1988
- Operated and maintained early robotic automated storage retrieval system housing nuclear material.
- Revised Fortran IV and assembler code as necessary to keep system operational.
- Generated reports detailing material movement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering (Illumination Emphasis)
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO05.1990
Skills
- Staff Leadership
- Fundamental Engineering Concepts
- Detailed Documentation
- Energy Conservation
- Engineering Design
- Laboratory Management
- Experimental Testing
- Computer Modeling
- CAD Drawings
- Verbal Communication
- Research and Analysis
- Staff Training
- Project Management
- Analytical Test Methods
- New Product Introductions
- Sustainable Energy
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Technical Documentation
- Laboratory Testing
- Research and Development Testing
- Industry Trend Analysis
- Project Brainstorming
- Computational Analysis
Accomplishments
- 48 issued US patents.
- Developed largest selling product( RT5, >$1B) in company history
- Developed most durable product (VisualTM, 23yrs) in company history.
Affiliations
IESNA, SPIE, NEMA
Veteran - US Army 1978-1981
Interests
Music
Graphical arts
Architecture
Chess
Creating
Building
Growing
Timeline
VP of Research and Development
Acuity Brands Lighting
03.2019 - 08.2023
VP of Innovation
Acuity Brands Lighting
09.2000 - 03.2019
VP of Lighting Technology
Acuity Brands Lighting
05.1997 - 09.2000
Director of Lighting Technology
Acuity Brands Lighting
03.1996 - 05.1997
Manager of Lighting Technology
Acuity Brands Lighting
10.1993 - 03.1996
Lighting Engineer
Acuity Brands Lighting
06.1990 - 01.1993
Computer Operator
Rockwell International
02.1984 - 09.1988
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering (Illumination Emphasis)
University of Colorado
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