Product Development & R&D Leader | Functional Foods, Advanced Formulation & Process Innovation | CPG Inventor Driving Scalable, IP-Backed Consumer Products

Overview

Background combines mechanical engineering rigor with deep applied science across food, nutrition, cosmetics, and packaging. Career focus centers on solving high-complexity product and process challenges while building strong intellectual property positions. Known for rapidly integrating consumer insight, formulation science, and engineering models to guide strategic decisions. Continues to support organizations as a consultant, mentor, and expert advisor.

Short Bio

Veteran R&D and product development expert with extensive experience in consumer packaged goods, functional foods, and advanced materials. Holds numerous patents and a long track record of turning innovation into scalable, market-ready solutions.

What I Bring

End-to-end product development from concept to commercialization
Deep expertise in food process and formulation science
Proven intellectual property strategy and patent leadership
Ability to translate consumer needs into technical solutions
Strong innovation facilitation and problem-solving leadership
Experience advising global brands, startups, and nonprofits

Key Technologies & Product Expertise

Food extrusion, baking, frying, and bar forming processes
Functional and nutritional food systems
Emulsions, fibers, proteins, and fat-based formulations
Microwave active packaging and susceptors
Color physics, opacity, and electrostatic coating applications
Technical modeling and test-method development
Injection molding and advanced cooling systems

Titles Held

Expert Consultant / Independent Clients – 2009 to Present
SCORE Mentor, Cincinnati Chapter – November 2017 to 2021
Principal Engineer, Snacks & Beverage R&D, Procter & Gamble – 2002 to 2007
Principal Engineer, Corporate New Business, Procter & Gamble – 2001 to 2002
Principal Engineer, Snacks & Beverage Product Development, Procter & Gamble – 1997 to 2001
Principal Engineer, Cosmetics & Fragrances R&D, Procter & Gamble – 1992 to 1997
Group Leader, Food & Beverage Technology R&D, Procter & Gamble – 1987 to 1992
Group Leader, Food & Beverage Product Development, Procter & Gamble – 1980 to 1987
Group Leader, Packaged Soap & Detergent, Procter & Gamble – 1979 to 1980
Engineer, Engineering Division, Procter & Gamble – 1974 to 1979

Career Highlights

Led development of functional food bars marketed nationally through major pharmacy retailers
Delivered multiple scalable technology platforms in high-protein, high-fiber, low-glycemic foods
Invented and patented breakthrough manufacturing processes with multimillion-dollar savings potential
Built and defended major IP portfolios across food, packaging, cosmetics, and materials
Enabled successful European product launches through advanced process modeling
Served as internal and external innovation consultant across multiple business units

Education & Professional Certifications

MS, Mechanical Engineering, University of Missouri
BS, Mechanical Engineering, University of Missouri
Professional Engineer, State of Ohio
Institute of Food Technologists, Member

Languages

English- Native

Impact

Drove commercialization of multiple breakthrough consumer products across food and personal care
Created and protected extensive intellectual property portfolios spanning nutrition, packaging, and manufacturing
Enabled significant cost savings and productivity gains through novel process innovation
Influenced global R&D strategy through innovation leadership, mentoring, and advisory roles

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