Tag: Technology Commercialization

Darlene Ngo – Enterprise Commercial Transformation & Growth Executive

I am excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey, the experiences that have shaped my leadership, and the purpose that continues to guide my work across healthcare, technology, and organizational transformation. Throughout my career, I have been committed to elevating people, improving systems, and helping companies scale with clarity and intention. Here is my biography.

Jerry Grunewald: People-First Innovation Guided by Experience, Curiosity, and Purpose

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey, the lessons I’ve learned across four decades in the chemicals and materials industry, and the values that have shaped my approach to leadership and innovation. From R&D and global operations to digital transformation and advisory work, my career has been defined by curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for helping organizations and people reach their full potential. Here is my biography.

The Role of R&D Labs in Accelerating Tech Innovation

In an era where speed, relevance, and ROI define competitive advantage, the traditional corporate R&D lab has become dangerously obsolete. Too often, innovation labs devolve into “innovation theater”—well-funded, talent-rich environments that generate ideas but fail to translate them into commercial outcomes. In The R&D Lab Paradox, Sabine VanderLinden argues that the modern R&D lab must function less like an academic institution and more like a venture capitalist: operating in disciplined 90-day validation cycles, connecting discovery directly to adoption, and ultimately building a repeatable ecosystem that links R&D, commercialization, and strategic investment. The result is not experimentation for its own sake, but a scalable engine that turns emerging technologies into measurable business growth.

Mark P. Barrett: Engineering Possibility Into Performance

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey—a career built across engineering, operations, global technology leadership, and the commercialization of innovative imaging and industrial systems. From leading international teams to driving transformative product development and operational excellence, I’ve been fortunate to contribute to organizations at pivotal moments in their growth. Here is my biography.

RJ McIntosh: Advancing Next-Generation Technologies With Integrity, Mission Focus, and Measurable Impact

I’m excited to share a refined and comprehensive look at my professional journey—spanning federal service, national security, emerging technologies, international standards, and my work helping organizations bring next-generation solutions to market. It reflects the mission-first mindset, technical rigor, and commitment to service that continue to guide my work today. Here is my biography.

Pio Lombardo, P.E.: Advancing Environmental Engineering Through Innovation and Integrity

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey, from my early days in environmental engineering to the innovative wastewater and water quality projects I’ve had the privilege to lead across the country. My work has always centered on advancing sustainable technologies, strengthening community infrastructure, and building collaborative solutions for long-term environmental resilience. Here is my biography.

Gary Allan: Technology Development Leader; Innovator in Imaging, Semiconductors & High-Tech Engineering

After many years leading teams and advancing imaging technology, I’ve taken some time to reflect on my career journey, the innovations I’ve helped shape, and the values that guide my work in engineering and leadership. I’m proud to share this biography as a window into that story and as a foundation for what comes next.

Barry Cavinaw: Making Complex Technology Real and Reliable

I’m grateful for the teams, partners, and mentors who shaped my journey from mechanical design to systems leadership across semiconductors and chemical recycling. My work has focused on turning complex technology into safe, scalable operations—aligning people, process, and capital so first-of-a-kind systems become durable businesses. If this resonates with your work in greentech, advanced manufacturing, or scale-up execution, I’d welcome a conversation. Here is my biography.

Greg Newbloom: Visionary Leader in Clean Technology and Sustainable Innovation

Greg Newbloom, CEO and founder of Membrion, Inc., is a visionary leader in clean technology with over a decade of experience driving sustainable innovation. Combining expertise in chemical engineering, business development, and strategic leadership, Greg has transformed Membrion into a market disruptor in industrial wastewater recycling, raising over $23 million and achieving commercial success. Recognized globally with honors such as the R&D 100 Award and AIChE’s 35 Under 35, Greg is dedicated to making sustainability irresistible by integrating innovation, inclusivity, and environmental impact into transformative industrial solutions.

Samira Naraghi: Transforming Complexity into Impactful Solutions.

I’m excited to share my executive biography, highlighting my journey across semiconductors, cloud computing, and technology commercialization. With over two decades of experience, I’ve had the privilege of leading transformative initiatives and building high-performing teams that create lasting impact.

Damian Porcari: My Job Is To Do The Right Thing; It’s Everyone Else’s Job To Excel At Theirs.

I’m thrilled to share my professional biography, highlighting my journey in intellectual property strategy, innovation, and technology commercialization. With over 40 years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, startups, and government agencies, I remain passionate about fostering collaboration and empowering the next generation of innovators.