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Leon Desmarais
Global Commercial And Technology Product Manager
20 North Holt Hill Road, Antrim,NH
Summary
Product management professional who is passionate about optical technologies and emerging trends in mobile devices, artificial intelligence, IoT, automotive autonomy, and AR/VR/MR. Experienced with driving product strategy and execution for complex product lines. Utilizes deep market analysis and customer insights to inform product development. Track record of fostering collaboration and aligning cross-functional teams to achieve product success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Product Line Manager
Corning Incorporated, Advanced Optics
06.2022 - Current
- Increased gross margin from 20% in 2022 to 31% in 2024 through the implementation of strategic pricing initiatives and cost reduction measures.
- Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed decisions on product line expansions, consolidations, and retirements.
<p>Product Line Manager</p>
Corning Incorporated, Advanced Optics, Laser Optics
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Grew business from $18M to $38M in three years while maintaining >45% GM
- Provided business leadership tying all of the functions together and setting a vision for the product line
<p>Global Account Manager</p> <p></p>
Corning Incorporated, Advanced Optics, Precision Optics
05.2015 - 04.2019
• President’s Club 2016 and President’s Circle 2017
• Grew the account 20%+ year over year for three consecutive years
• Maintained Preferred Supplier Status
Education
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Clarkson University, MBA
08.2007 - 05.2008
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Clarkson University, Interdisciplinary Engineering and Management, BS
08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Leadership
Relationship Building
Problem Solving
Active Listener
Interests
Collecting vinyl - I have a collection of over 5,000 45s, many 33s, and dual vintage turntables
Timeline
Product Line Manager
Corning Incorporated, Advanced Optics
06.2022 - Current
<p>Product Line Manager</p>
Corning Incorporated, Advanced Optics, Laser Optics
04.2019 - 06.2022
<p>Global Account Manager</p> <p></p>
Corning Incorporated, Advanced Optics, Precision Optics
05.2015 - 04.2019
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Clarkson University, MBA
08.2007 - 05.2008
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Clarkson University, Interdisciplinary Engineering and Management, BS
08.2003 - 05.2007
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