Dr. Cristian Hedesiu
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Sony Kunwar
I have known Cris for 4 years and I worked with him when he was in OQ as partners for India as well as working with him now as a digital partner for his own company - Rethink Polymers. Cris has always been very passionate about sustainability projects like recycling solutions in the field of petrochemicals and plastic industry. He started his own company that helps other organisations succeed in their areas of business as well as contribute towards circular economy. Cris is very knowledgable and technically strong and has a lot to offer. Cris is gem of a person who is always there for his friends, colleagues, partners and clients.
Jumana Al Zaabi
Ive worked with Dr. Cristian Hedesiu as a marketing intelligence specialist in OQ , he was and continues to be a great mentor and a true leader who has helped myself and many others develop skills , knowledge and expertise. Cristian believes in developing youth and bringing out the creativity and strengths of the people who surround him. His positive energy resonates and during his time in OQ he has achieved milestones and is always professional, responsive and truly takes pride in achieving and supporting others to achieve successful goals.
Sadiq Ehsan Al-Lawati
I was blessed to kick off my professional career under the leadership of Dr. Cristian Hedesiu, a true supportive leader who can extract the full potential of his team and ensures their continuous development. Also, a manager with a unique personality and managerial style.
Sony Kunwar
I have known Cris for 4 years and I worked with him when he was in OQ as partners for India as well as working with him now as a digital partner for his own company - Rethink Polymers. Cris has always been very passionate about sustainability projects like recycling solutions in the field of petrochemicals and plastic industry. He started his own company that helps other organisations succeed in their areas of business as well as contribute towards circular economy. Cris is very knowledgable and technically strong and has a lot to offer. Cris is gem of a person who is always there for his friends, colleagues, partners and clients.
Jumana Al Zaabi
Ive worked with Dr. Cristian Hedesiu as a marketing intelligence specialist in OQ , he was and continues to be a great mentor and a true leader who has helped myself and many others develop skills , knowledge and expertise. Cristian believes in developing youth and bringing out the creativity and strengths of the people who surround him. His positive energy resonates and during his time in OQ he has achieved milestones and is always professional, responsive and truly takes pride in achieving and supporting others to achieve successful goals.
Sadiq Ehsan Al-Lawati
I was blessed to kick off my professional career under the leadership of Dr. Cristian Hedesiu, a true supportive leader who can extract the full potential of his team and ensures their continuous development. Also, a manager with a unique personality and managerial style.
Sony Kunwar
I have known Cris for 4 years and I worked with him when he was in OQ as partners for India as well as working with him now as a digital partner for his own company - Rethink Polymers. Cris has always been very passionate about sustainability projects like recycling solutions in the field of petrochemicals and plastic industry. He started his own company that helps other organisations succeed in their areas of business as well as contribute towards circular economy. Cris is very knowledgable and technically strong and has a lot to offer. Cris is gem of a person who is always there for his friends, colleagues, partners and clients.
Jumana Al Zaabi
Ive worked with Dr. Cristian Hedesiu as a marketing intelligence specialist in OQ , he was and continues to be a great mentor and a true leader who has helped myself and many others develop skills , knowledge and expertise. Cristian believes in developing youth and bringing out the creativity and strengths of the people who surround him. His positive energy resonates and during his time in OQ he has achieved milestones and is always professional, responsive and truly takes pride in achieving and supporting others to achieve successful goals.
Sadiq Ehsan Al-Lawati
I was blessed to kick off my professional career under the leadership of Dr. Cristian Hedesiu, a true supportive leader who can extract the full potential of his team and ensures their continuous development. Also, a manager with a unique personality and managerial style.
Sony Kunwar
I have known Cris for 4 years and I worked with him when he was in OQ as partners for India as well as working with him now as a digital partner for his own company - Rethink Polymers. Cris has always been very passionate about sustainability projects like recycling solutions in the field of petrochemicals and plastic industry. He started his own company that helps other organisations succeed in their areas of business as well as contribute towards circular economy. Cris is very knowledgable and technically strong and has a lot to offer. Cris is gem of a person who is always there for his friends, colleagues, partners and clients.
Jumana Al Zaabi
Ive worked with Dr. Cristian Hedesiu as a marketing intelligence specialist in OQ , he was and continues to be a great mentor and a true leader who has helped myself and many others develop skills , knowledge and expertise. Cristian believes in developing youth and bringing out the creativity and strengths of the people who surround him. His positive energy resonates and during his time in OQ he has achieved milestones and is always professional, responsive and truly takes pride in achieving and supporting others to achieve successful goals.
Sadiq Ehsan Al-Lawati
I was blessed to kick off my professional career under the leadership of Dr. Cristian Hedesiu, a true supportive leader who can extract the full potential of his team and ensures their continuous development. Also, a manager with a unique personality and managerial style.
Credentials
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CMI LEVEL 5 - MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
Chartered Management InstituteSep, 2019- Oct, 2024
Experience
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carbonauten polymers
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Germany
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Plastics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Technology Officer
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Mar 2021 - Present
Development of customized CO2-negative masterbatches and compounds for manufacturing of CO2 neutral plastic products Development of customized CO2-negative masterbatches and compounds for manufacturing of CO2 neutral plastic products
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GreenMantra Technologies
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Canada
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Chemical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisor
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Jun 2021 - Present
Development and implementation of go-to-market plans, Sales & Marketing strategies for Middle East, India Subcontinent, EU (Greece, Spain, Portugal), Turkey, Ukraine https://greenmantra.com Development and implementation of go-to-market plans, Sales & Marketing strategies for Middle East, India Subcontinent, EU (Greece, Spain, Portugal), Turkey, Ukraine https://greenmantra.com
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rethinkpolymers
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Romania
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Plastics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder. Polymers Project Lead
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Nov 2020 - Present
We inspire and drive brands, manufacturers, and the society move to sustainable polymers rethink polymers is a full-service consultancy specializing in sustainable polymer product design, manufacturing, and launching. We work closely with polymer manufacturers and brand owners to select appropriate materials and technologies, build productive teams and partnerships, and accelerate business growth, all in alignment with principles of the circular economy. I invite you to cocreate together, the future of polymer industry in a sustainable way. www.rethinkpolymers.com Show less
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OQ
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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MARKETING MANAGER POLYMERS/Orpic, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
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Oct 2016 - Nov 2020
1. Lead the marketing readiness plan for Orpic Polymer Marketing company established in 2017 to achieve profitable and sustainable growth for Orpic 2. Develop, coach, motivate and lead the global marketing team consisting of application marketing specialists, application development & technical service, product stewardship, market intelligence and analyst, product owner and product development development ). 3. Define, roll-out and implement global Orpic marketing strategy including 4P marketing plans for Orpic grades. Organize joint sales-marketing strategy sessions with Orpic agents and distributers. 4. Define and implement the marketing communication strategy including website development, exhibitions, events, communication collaterals such brochures, case studies, technical notes and product display 5. Organize product value selling trainings, encourage joint customer visits between sales and marketing, build a strong customers relationship to generate targeted price premiums. 6. Optimize Orpic current product mix and define PP and PE product mix for 2020 Orpic expansion to fulfill the customer and market demand. 7. Lead Orpic product development team and product development activities. Implementation of stage gate innovation process. 8. Develop, direct and measure the execution of business plan in order to meet and exceed Orpic revenue commitments. 9. Drive product, customer and market segmentation together with sales team 10. Contribute to sales channels selection to secure a close proximity to target markets / customers 11. Create value-add selling tools for customer and product segments to demonstrate the value of OPM products, performance tracking (KPI vs. act) 12. Ensure a competitive price for OPM products, based on market research, product value demonstration and product launch strategy 13. Support plastic downstream industry development in Oman 14. Development and implementation of Orpic marketing policies and procedures Show less
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Borouge
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United Arab Emirates
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Chemical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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MARKETING MANAGER INFRASTRUCTURE/ Borouge Pte, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Oct 2014 - Sep 2016
1. Lead successfully all marketing activities related to water & gas, plumbing and heating, oil & gas, sewage & drainage, industrial & irrigation pipe, storm water systems and geomembrane grades such as marketing strategy and communication including events, product launches, business plan and product documentation.2. Develop, direct and measure the execution of strategic marketing plans (4P’s) in order to meet and exceed Borouge revenue commitments.3. Lead, develop, coach and motivate the global Infrastructure marketing team, to meet and align with sales department, to organize product value selling trainings, to encourage joint customer visits and to build a strong customers relationship to generate targeted price premiums.4. Drive PE100+ association activities in Asia (elected Vice President of PE100+) and Middle East, work closely with value chain members to understand their needs and promote quality.5. Demonstrate and summarize the key features and advantages of existing products.6. Implement commercial excellence project leading to 150 joint sales-marketing activities with a strong impact on sales volume and price premium.7. Drive innovation and lead infrastructure innovation and IP product portfolio consisting of 16 innovation projects, 10 application development projects and numerous patent applications to support Borouge 2030 strategy.8.Optimize product mix and create the roadmap of 16 products in coordination with operation and product management teams to ensure good consistency in quality and supply in order to fulfill the customer and market demand.9. Contribute to Borouge infrastructure leadership image through BorPipe magazine as editor, Chairman duties in Plastic Pipe Conference, and promoting Borouge values with customers and value chain. Show less
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APPLICATION MARKETING MANAGER / Borouge Pte, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Oct 2012 - Oct 2014
Define, roll-out and implement Hot & Cold pipe marketing strategy, manage assigned innovationprojects, prioritize and select market and customer opportunities1. Successful implementation of Borouge H&C plastic pipe PP-R, PP-RCT, PE-RT and PEX marketing strategy in existing, new developing and emerging markets.2. Launch of new PP-R grade with over 100 kT sales projection by 2016.Initiating and leading pipe innovation projects with proven production output increase by 25%, improved key product properties and plant operability without volume constrains.3. Filing of eight patents for new H&C developed grades as a result of cross-functional cooperation with Marketing and Sales, Innovation and Manufacturing departments.4. Lead communication strategy for H&C plastic pipe, including exhibitions, preparation of new brochures, case studies, technical notes and sample display.5. Improve the relationship between sales, technical and marketing teams by organizing product trainings, combined customer visits and addressing marketing support issues.6. Drive successfully joint development projects with customers for multilayer PP-R and PP-B pipes including silent pipes, UV pipes and fire resistant pipe systems.7. Penetrate new PP-B drainage pipe challenging market and develop strong relationship with new customers and plastic pipe value chain members to understand their needs, gather market and competitors information.8. Increase market shares and strengthen relationship with customers by organizing joined workshops and seminars with direct customers and key decision makers of the pipe value chain including consultants, end-users, installers and local authorities. Show less
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PRODUCT OWNER & TECHNICAL SERVICE MANAGER / Borouge Pte. Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Nov 2010 - Oct 2012
Deliver optimum support to Borouge customers, ensure PP-B and PP-R pipe grades meets customer & market requirements, responsible for technical product specifications, documentation and innovation projects.1. Deliver technical support to Borouge Pipe customers including technical product specifications, third-party documentation and improvement of customer production process, handle technical complaints and built strong customer relationships.2. First time introduction of PP-R and PP-B pipe grades in Borouge manufacturing plants with continuous improvement in product quality, performance and cost.3. Support Sales team to introduce PP-R and PP-B pipe grades to Borouge customers through internal product training, joint customer trials and product value assessment.4. Initiate and lead innovation projects including PP-R, PP-RCT and PE-RT based on market and customer needs in co-ordination with Manufacturing, Innovation, Marketing and Sales.5. Lead joint customer development project for welding of PP-HM large diameter spiral wounded PP-B pipes resulted in a scientific paper presented during Plastic Pipe conference.6. Planning and execution of pilot plant campaigns for development of new PP-R/PP-RCT and PE- RT pipe grades Show less
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SABIC Europe
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Netherlands
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT / SABIC, Geleen, The Netherlands
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Jan 2008 - Dec 2010
Lead PP and PE pipe and moulding innovation projects, coordinate up-scaling, evaluation andtesting of new grades, responsible for coaching cross-functional teams, ensuring IPR protectiono Lead SABIC PP-HM pipe grade development including pilot plant campaigns, modification of Innovene polymerization process, up-scaling in commercial production plants, evaluation, third-party approvals and documentation.o Initiate and lead innovation compounding project exploring the advantages of compounding talc, CaCO3, glass fiber, BaSO4 in PP-H and PP-B injection moulding and pipe grades.o Development of new SABIC PP-B grade for twin wall injection moulding applications.o Evaluate the influence of nucleating agents on thermal and mechanical properties of SABICPP-H, PP-R and PP-B grades.o Lead catalyst screening projects and asses the influence of different catalyst on key properties of SABIC PP pipe gradeso Ensure that new SABIC develop grades meet applicable IPR and liability requirements by initiating, finalizing and patenting.o Initiate analysis of PP pipe and moulding competitor gradeso Actively contribute to SABIC innovation strategy thorough understanding the market andcustomer needs, strengths and weakness of exiting products and competition. Show less
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PhD Structure Property Relationship in Polyethylene and Polypropylene
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Apr 2004 - Dec 2007
PhD researcher at RWTH Aachen, Germany in cooperation with: SABIC Europe, DSM , The Netherlands and Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India.Doctoral degree: Structure Property Relationship in Polypropylene and Polyethylene.
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Education
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2003 - 2007
RWTH Aachen University
PhD, Polymers Science e.g. Polypropylene and Polyethylene -
2002 - 2003
RWTH Aachen University
MEDICAL PHYSICS, Polymers -
1998 - 2002
Universitatea „Babeș-Bolyai” din Cluj-Napoca
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CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing
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INSEAD
certificate, ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL MARKETING STRATEGY -
Masdar Institute for Science and Technology
Certificate, INNOVATION LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
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