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Scott Ballantine
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Chinese Limited working proficiency
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Korean Limited working proficiency
- Packaging
- Supply Chain
- Manufacturing
- Product Development
- R&D
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Bio
Credentials
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Flight Club: Drones and the Dawn of Personal Aerial Imaging
Lynda.comApr, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Learning from Failure
Lynda.comApr, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Shooting with the GoPro HERO: Fundamentals
Lynda.comApr, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Video Lighting and Grip Basics
Lynda.comApr, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Learn SOLIDWORKS: The Basics
Lynda.comMar, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Nathan Shedroff on Design Strategy and the Merging of Business and Design
Lynda.comMar, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Up and Running with DSLR Filmmaking
Lynda.comMar, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Up and Running with the Canon Rebel SL1 (100D and Kiss X7)
Lynda.comMar, 2016- Apr, 2026 -
Institute of Certified Professional Managers
- CM certification, Chairman of certification program -
National Management Association | Alcatel Leadership Association
| President - successfully lead merger of two chapters (over 1200 members); VP Public Relations - pioneered the first NMA web site and electronic newsletter.
Experience
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Xplorall Industries
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Sammamish, WA
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Packaging and Sustainability Leader | Film and Multimedia | President at Xplorall Industries
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Oct 2013 - Present
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Sammamish, WA
• New product development work on tech start up projects• Aircell engineered cushioning package design and development• US EPA/ Trade - Ministry of Trade India – Packaging machinery equipment• SAB Miller – Next generation beverage packaging• Ocean Recovery Alliance – Plastic waste recovery systems• Plasticity NY – Plastic design, innovation, and waste reduction• Sustainable Packaging Coalition – Recovery systems and recycled materials
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Microsoft
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Redmond, Washington
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Sustainability Lead | Global Project Manager | Senior Packaging Engineer
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Apr 2001 - Oct 2013
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Redmond, Washington
Sustainability Leadership• Co-Founder, Functional Lead of Microsoft Environmental Council | Developed initial framework around sustainability in facilities, packaging, suppliers and partners| Interface with numerous outside organizations globally, EPA, California RCCP, Wal-Mart, Target, Staples, Best Buy, and WW NGOs.• Lead efforts to innovate design, develop, and promote sustainability thinking and practices across the organization. Work with global Industry Sustainability leaders. Project Management and Leadership• Manage teams globally for packaging, environmental, and manufacturing projects.• Collaborate with multiple partners from concept thru production creating innovative solutions. Internal: NPI, ID, Trade, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Safety, Marketing, and Brand. External: Agencies, Contract Manufacturers, Packaging Companies, Warehousing, and Logistics.• Source | Train Manufacturers and Packaging Suppliers on processes, materials, and specifications.• Influence teams and projects to ensure solutions sell, protect, and delight customer expectations.Package | Product Development and Testing• Manage package development activities end to end on multiple concurrent product launches: • Marketing trend research, focus groups, prototype development, innovation, material selection, budget, research and design selection, reliability and transit testing, component qualification, engineering, creation of material specifications, drawings, and other content. • Extensive knowledge of packaging and shipping materials and manufacturing processes used globally• Full understanding of compliance, related recycling markings, recovery systems, bar coding, print color matching, and ISTA testing protocols. Identify, qualify, and manage materials and suppliers.• Drive standardized platform solutions across product categories to significantly improve product images, reduce costs, and increase design efficiency and sales.
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Alcatel/ Rockwell International
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Dallas, Texas
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Senior Corporate Packaging Manager | Operations Web Content Manager
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Jan 1988 - Apr 2001
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Dallas, Texas
• Managed packaging and material handling processes for manufacturing plants in North America interfacing with International plants in Australia, Europe, and Asia. Lead suppliers and internal partners. • Experience with Clean room, SMT Assembly, ESD packaging and material handling, JIT, ISO 9000/ 14000, Bellcore, TCIF, ISTA, IEC, EIA, United Nations, IATA, ICAO, and US DOT standards. • Website Manager for Operations teams. Developed component information system tools.
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Rockwell International
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Richardson, Texas
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Subcontract Administrator | Military Packaging Engineer
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Jun 1984 - Jan 1988
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Richardson, Texas
• Designed and developed Military approved packages for Space Shuttle, Air, Ground, and Sea Defense. • Purchased fabricated parts and mechanical assemblies using DAR/ FAR DCASPRO Regulations.
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Education
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1988 - 1990University of Dallas - Graduate School of Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Management and Telecommunications/ Corporate Finance and Contracting -
1980 - 1984
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Packaging Engineering -
1983 - 1983
University of London, Bedford/ Regents Park
Overseas Packaging Studies, Packaging -
2010 - 2012
Seattle Film Institute
Certification in Film Studies, Film/Cinema/Video Studies
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