Experience

X2F

• United States
• Plastics Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Nov 2020 - Present

  X2F has developed a new transformative molding technology that enables manufacturing of parts and materials that were previously impossible. X2F’s technology leverages a patented pulse-packing process that’s 70+% lower pressure than conventional techniques to create complex geometries, stronger & more durable parts, and enhanced material properties. X2F is currently deployed at production scale with excellent customer results across a range of end-markets. Initial target application… Show more X2F has developed a new transformative molding technology that enables manufacturing of parts and materials that were previously impossible. X2F’s technology leverages a patented pulse-packing process that’s 70+% lower pressure than conventional techniques to create complex geometries, stronger & more durable parts, and enhanced material properties. X2F is currently deployed at production scale with excellent customer results across a range of end-markets. Initial target application areas for X2F include: (1) Battery and electronics packaging with 10-20X improved thermal properties – X2F technology can process highly filled polymers leading to extreme thermal conductivity that provides up to 200% improved battery performance. (2) Heat sinks that are 49% lighter weight – Polymeric heat sinks are significantly lighter than aluminum and more affordable. X2F is able to dramatically simplify the manufacturing process. (3) Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene – X2F offers the world’s first net shape molding technology which is lower cost and more efficient. (4) Filled polymers with 30% more strength – X2F technology can process a wide range of polymers like PEEK, PPS, PP, and Nylon filled with carbon fiber & glass that are 30% stronger & stiffer. X2F has partnered with early adopter organizations in each of these focus areas and is deploying the technology in the consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, and medical industries. The company is backed by Atlas Innovate with senior advisors that include the former CEO of General Motors and Dow Chemical. More details can be found at www.X2F.com Show less X2F has developed a new transformative molding technology that enables manufacturing of parts and materials that were previously impossible. X2F’s technology leverages a patented pulse-packing process that’s 70+% lower pressure than conventional techniques to create complex geometries, stronger & more durable parts, and enhanced material properties. X2F is currently deployed at production scale with excellent customer results across a range of end-markets. Initial target application… Show more X2F has developed a new transformative molding technology that enables manufacturing of parts and materials that were previously impossible. X2F’s technology leverages a patented pulse-packing process that’s 70+% lower pressure than conventional techniques to create complex geometries, stronger & more durable parts, and enhanced material properties. X2F is currently deployed at production scale with excellent customer results across a range of end-markets. Initial target application areas for X2F include: (1) Battery and electronics packaging with 10-20X improved thermal properties – X2F technology can process highly filled polymers leading to extreme thermal conductivity that provides up to 200% improved battery performance. (2) Heat sinks that are 49% lighter weight – Polymeric heat sinks are significantly lighter than aluminum and more affordable. X2F is able to dramatically simplify the manufacturing process. (3) Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene – X2F offers the world’s first net shape molding technology which is lower cost and more efficient. (4) Filled polymers with 30% more strength – X2F technology can process a wide range of polymers like PEEK, PPS, PP, and Nylon filled with carbon fiber & glass that are 30% stronger & stiffer. X2F has partnered with early adopter organizations in each of these focus areas and is deploying the technology in the consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, and medical industries. The company is backed by Atlas Innovate with senior advisors that include the former CEO of General Motors and Dow Chemical. More details can be found at www.X2F.com Show less



Miru

• Canada
• Glass Product Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Strategic Advisor

  • Nov 2020 - Present

• VP Business Development

  • Jan 2019 - Nov 2020

  Miru Smart Technologies (formerly Click Materials) is commercializing electrochromic window technology based on 10+ years of research at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. The windows are expected to be >50% lower cost than incumbent technologies that rely on capital intensive deposition equipment. Electrochromic windows (aka "smart windows") provide variable tinting capabilities that significantly reduce energy requirements and improve employee productivity. The current… Show more Miru Smart Technologies (formerly Click Materials) is commercializing electrochromic window technology based on 10+ years of research at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. The windows are expected to be >50% lower cost than incumbent technologies that rely on capital intensive deposition equipment. Electrochromic windows (aka "smart windows") provide variable tinting capabilities that significantly reduce energy requirements and improve employee productivity. The current market is ~$2B and growing rapidly across the transportation, commercial buildings, and electronics sector. The technology & engineering has been validated at the pilot scale for related applications. In 2019, the company graduated from the Creative Destruction Labs, received a TechConnect Innovation Award, and was one of 22 Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada finalist. In 2020, the company was awarded a $4.6M grant from Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) and entered a formal commercialization partnership with Cardinal Glass. More details can be found at www.mirucorp.com.



Veloxint

• United States
• Nanotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP Business Development

  • Jun 2016 - Jul 2018

  Veloxint is commercializing high value products and components enabled by novel nanocrystalline metal alloys that are 2-5X stronger and 50+% lighter weight than incumbent materials. Market applications include high value components for the automotive, industrial, aerospace, and robotics sectors among others. Veloxint has formal partnerships with Stanley Black & Decker and DesktopMetal to quickly commercialize the technology. In March 2018 the company was acquired by Braidy… Show more Veloxint is commercializing high value products and components enabled by novel nanocrystalline metal alloys that are 2-5X stronger and 50+% lighter weight than incumbent materials. Market applications include high value components for the automotive, industrial, aerospace, and robotics sectors among others. Veloxint has formal partnerships with Stanley Black & Decker and DesktopMetal to quickly commercialize the technology. In March 2018 the company was acquired by Braidy Industries. Awards - Breakthrough Solution of the Year (2018, Platts Metal Awards), Bronze Edison Award Winner for Space Technology (2018). Show less Veloxint is commercializing high value products and components enabled by novel nanocrystalline metal alloys that are 2-5X stronger and 50+% lighter weight than incumbent materials. Market applications include high value components for the automotive, industrial, aerospace, and robotics sectors among others. Veloxint has formal partnerships with Stanley Black & Decker and DesktopMetal to quickly commercialize the technology. In March 2018 the company was acquired by Braidy… Show more Veloxint is commercializing high value products and components enabled by novel nanocrystalline metal alloys that are 2-5X stronger and 50+% lighter weight than incumbent materials. Market applications include high value components for the automotive, industrial, aerospace, and robotics sectors among others. Veloxint has formal partnerships with Stanley Black & Decker and DesktopMetal to quickly commercialize the technology. In March 2018 the company was acquired by Braidy Industries. Awards - Breakthrough Solution of the Year (2018, Platts Metal Awards), Bronze Edison Award Winner for Space Technology (2018). Show less



Novomer, Inc.

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant

  • Jun 2016 - Sep 2016

• Director of Chemicals

  • Sep 2012 - Jun 2016

  Novomer pioneered a family of high-performance green plastics, polymers and chemicals based on renewable feedstocks like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide (CO). The company raised $44M in venture capital funding and $27M in U.S Department of Energy grants to commercialize the technology. In 2016 Saudi Aramco acquired a Novomer business unit for $100M. Awards - ICIS International Innovation Award (attached below); $6.6M Department of Energy proposal titled 'Conversion of Waste CO2… Show more Novomer pioneered a family of high-performance green plastics, polymers and chemicals based on renewable feedstocks like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide (CO). The company raised $44M in venture capital funding and $27M in U.S Department of Energy grants to commercialize the technology. In 2016 Saudi Aramco acquired a Novomer business unit for $100M. Awards - ICIS International Innovation Award (attached below); $6.6M Department of Energy proposal titled 'Conversion of Waste CO2 and Shale Gas to High Value Chemicals' (attached below); Finalist for 2015 Polyurethane Innovation Award with Dow Chemical and Honeywell.

• Senior Manager, Strategic Planning & Analysis

  • Jan 2011 - Sep 2012

• Manager, Strategic Planning & Analysis

  • Jan 2008 - Jan 2011



Graham Partners

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Summer Associate

  • May 2007 - Aug 2007

  Graham Partners is a middle market private equity shop that specializes in buying companies that focus on US manufacturing. Main responsibilities included the following: - Conducted due diligence activities which included evaluating management teams, verifying sustainable competitive advantage, and identifying major issues / concerns. - Developed financial models with appropriate sensitivity analysis and assessed key drivers to determine required investment returns. -… Show more Graham Partners is a middle market private equity shop that specializes in buying companies that focus on US manufacturing. Main responsibilities included the following: - Conducted due diligence activities which included evaluating management teams, verifying sustainable competitive advantage, and identifying major issues / concerns. - Developed financial models with appropriate sensitivity analysis and assessed key drivers to determine required investment returns. - Interviewed employees at a portfolio company to document current state processes for a new ERP system. Provided supply chain recommendations to improve EBITDA margins. Show less Graham Partners is a middle market private equity shop that specializes in buying companies that focus on US manufacturing. Main responsibilities included the following: - Conducted due diligence activities which included evaluating management teams, verifying sustainable competitive advantage, and identifying major issues / concerns. - Developed financial models with appropriate sensitivity analysis and assessed key drivers to determine required investment returns. -… Show more Graham Partners is a middle market private equity shop that specializes in buying companies that focus on US manufacturing. Main responsibilities included the following: - Conducted due diligence activities which included evaluating management teams, verifying sustainable competitive advantage, and identifying major issues / concerns. - Developed financial models with appropriate sensitivity analysis and assessed key drivers to determine required investment returns. - Interviewed employees at a portfolio company to document current state processes for a new ERP system. Provided supply chain recommendations to improve EBITDA margins. Show less



Archstone Consulting

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Strategy & Operations Associate

  • Jun 2004 - Jun 2006

  Generalist strategy and operations consultant that worked across industries and service offerings for Fortune 500 companies. Service offerings included sourcing & procurement, financial operations (FP&A), supply chain optimization, and project management just to name a few. Example projects include the following: - Developed, piloted, and launched a process to eliminate poorly performing products from the portfolio of a $2.1B global consumer goods manufacturer. - Created a… Show more Generalist strategy and operations consultant that worked across industries and service offerings for Fortune 500 companies. Service offerings included sourcing & procurement, financial operations (FP&A), supply chain optimization, and project management just to name a few. Example projects include the following: - Developed, piloted, and launched a process to eliminate poorly performing products from the portfolio of a $2.1B global consumer goods manufacturer. - Created a Project Management Office (PMO) website that resulted in the firm winning a $500,000 proposal for a pharmaceutical client with revenues greater than $20B. - Identified the root causes of part shortages and expedites at a $2.0B telecom manufacturer by analyzing orders, interviewing subject matter experts, and creating a supplier survey. Show less Generalist strategy and operations consultant that worked across industries and service offerings for Fortune 500 companies. Service offerings included sourcing & procurement, financial operations (FP&A), supply chain optimization, and project management just to name a few. Example projects include the following: - Developed, piloted, and launched a process to eliminate poorly performing products from the portfolio of a $2.1B global consumer goods manufacturer. - Created a… Show more Generalist strategy and operations consultant that worked across industries and service offerings for Fortune 500 companies. Service offerings included sourcing & procurement, financial operations (FP&A), supply chain optimization, and project management just to name a few. Example projects include the following: - Developed, piloted, and launched a process to eliminate poorly performing products from the portfolio of a $2.1B global consumer goods manufacturer. - Created a Project Management Office (PMO) website that resulted in the firm winning a $500,000 proposal for a pharmaceutical client with revenues greater than $20B. - Identified the root causes of part shortages and expedites at a $2.0B telecom manufacturer by analyzing orders, interviewing subject matter experts, and creating a supplier survey. Show less



Bristol Myers Squibb

• United States
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Associate Research Scientist

  • Sep 2002 - May 2004

  - Led a team of 10 engineers, chemists, and union employees to execute the validation of 16 reactors in a new $200M manufacturing plant. - Managed the synthesis of new pharmaceutical compounds for clinical trials and FDA approval. Coordinated equipment set-up, process safety reviews, and batch execution. - Led a team of 10 engineers, chemists, and union employees to execute the validation of 16 reactors in a new $200M manufacturing plant. - Managed the synthesis of new pharmaceutical compounds for clinical trials and FDA approval. Coordinated equipment set-up, process safety reviews, and batch execution.