Expert Details
Polyurethanes, Artificial Turf, and Polyurethane Systems
ID: 733528
United Kingdom
Expert has over 20 years of experience with Dow Chemical. Specifically, he has worked on marketing, business development and integration of new businesses into new geographies. He has worked in over 50 countries worldwide.
Expert also has over 10 years' experience in artificial turf manufacturing -- with specific reference to PU and latex backings, coating lines and equipment. He is currently working on sustainability projects for end-of-life turf.
As a consultant, Expert lends his experience and insight to market studies, business strategies, JV negotiation, plant design and commissioning, technical support, and business development. Expert recently provided advice on the construction of a brand-new artificial turf line for Polytex in the U.S. and other locations (2011, 2016). His consulting work included assistance with scope preparation and plant design; monitoring of the project management stage; commissioning the plant after installation; and comprehensive marketing support both pre- and post-startup.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 1970 | Degree: First Class Honours Degree | Subject: Polymer Science and Technology | Institution: Brunel University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 2011 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Principal Consultant | Department: |
Responsibilities:Expert currently serves as Business Owner and Principal Consultant at this PU expert firm. He specializes in marketing, business and market development activities, as well as specific projects in the PU and artificial turf industries. These engagements include new business start-ups involving detailed market analysis, segmentation and strategy development, as well as plant design, implementation and troubleshooting. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1989 to 2011 | Employer: The Dow Chemical Company | Title: Various -- up to Business Development Manager | Department: Various |
Responsibilities:Expert's swath of responsibilities with Dow Chemical mainly consisted of business development and marketing. |
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International Experience
| Years | Country / Region | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Years: 1983 to 1987 | Country / Region: Singapore | Summary: Set up a PU Systems House |
| Years: 1983 to 1987 | Country / Region: Switzerland, Horgen | Summary: Marketing Manager |
| Years: 1983 to 1987 | Country / Region: India, Mumbai | Summary: Set up PU systems operation. Became MD |
| Years: 1971 to 2017 | Country / Region: 50 Countries | Summary: Expert has worked in 50 countries throughout his career of 45+ years. |
Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| Member, ESTO: The European Synthetic Turf Organisation Chair, Sustainability Work Group |
| Professional Appointments |
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| As chair of ESTO's sustainability work group, Expert has worked on a number of synthetic turf projects, including the growing issue of recycling at end of life for artificial turf. |
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| Expert lent editorial support to the completion of AMI's report on the Global Market for Artificial Turf (2011). |
Language Skills
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| German | Basic |
| French | Basic |
Fields of Expertise
polyurethane system, polyurethane tile binder, polyurethane binder, urethane foam, polyurethane chemistry, polyurethane manufacturing, polyurethane, business development, turfgrass, synthetic PU sports surfaces, artificial turf recycling, artificial turf infill, artificial turf backing, artificial turf