An internationally experienced director with strong technical, operational and commercial credentials - spearheads fundamental change to achieve exceptional performance. Exercises sound strategic and tactical judgements to achieve both short and long term corporate targets. Over 14 years experience in R&D and operations management of complex projects, intellectual property rights, contract/licence negotiation, manufacturing processes (including quality management), product & process development, safety and toxicological regulations. Proven skills in leading multicultural & multidisciplinary teams across numerous sites, culminating in the development and production of an extensive portfolio of products across a diverse range of highly competitive business environments including: personal care & cosmetic products, dyes, pigments, textiles & speciality chemicals. Responsible for leading innovation-focused cross-functional teams, resulting in the development of an extensive portfolio of products and patented break-through technologies. Has a record of publications including granted patents (36), patent applications (31), journal papers, and a book chapter. A highly effective communicator with an open and clear style. Able to energise, influence and build excellent working relationships with internal & external stakeholders to deliver results. Currently Professor of Cosmetic Science in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the Federal University of Alfenas, Minas Gerais, Brasil. [Professor de Ciências Cosméticas, Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade Federal de Alfenas - MG (UNIFAL-MG). Graduated in Colour and Polymer Chemistry from the University of Leeds (1998) and PhD in Colour Chemistry from University of Leeds (2003).
