More than twenty years of experience in competitively driving results

Westlake, OH G M FAZLEY ELAHEE 216-***-**** *****@****.***

INNOVATION R&D STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCT DEV. LEADER BUSINESS ENGINEERING TECHNICAL OPERATIONS COMMERCIALIZATION EXPERT PROJECT MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE BUILDS & LEADS STRONG ORGANIZATIONAL TEAMS More than twenty years’ experience in competitively driving results by leading and developing strategic NPD and business plans to support growth and business objectives - Concept to Commercialization architect of Technology Platforms and Product Portfolios. Proven track record of consistently impact operational and strategical performance with expanding market footprint and technical business models of revenue growth. Developed and managed evolving technologies, its manufacturing and S&T resources in NA, EU, Australia and AP serving and supporting multiple business, markets, scale up and commercialization. Effectively handles financials and stakeholder relations while performing as S&T leader. Overcomes technical challenges and provides innovative solutions creating opportunities for diverse business growth. Holds eight patents and has successfully contributed hands-on from inception to commercialization and market launch of 80 plus products including design and construction of complex manufacturing plants. Expertise spans: DIW 3D Printing • Polymers and Electrolytes • Anode and Electrodes • Product Positioning • Building and Construction Stage Gate Process • NBD • NPD • Supply Chain Logistics • Risk Management • TQM • Strategic Planning & Execution

• P&L • Marketing • Six Sigma Lean • Value Mapping • Training/Mentoring • Team Facilitation • EH&S VALUE OFFERED VISIONARY LEADERSHIP AND BUSINESS PRINCIPLES

Hands-on, can-do dynamic, ‘what will it take’ visionary leader who energizes teams partnering across businesses, functions and geographies creating and building Technology and Business platforms resulting revenue growth

Operates with confidence, conviction, and command agility to effectively engage with challenge, and work across the organization influencing strategically to achieve technical and business objectives

Builds strong team, leads through ambiguity, push through barriers, make decision based on known facts Market and Industry Served

Energy Storage (Li-Ion), Automotive, Aerospace, Renewable Energy (Wind and Solar), Electronics, Plastics/Polymer, Aluminum, Steel, Composites, Telecom, Lighting, Railroad, Utility, Military-Defense, Biomedical Device, Recreational Sports, Construction, Appliance, Oil and Gas, Petrochemical, Fine Chemical, Food and more ROFESSIONAL H ISTORY

2018 to Present: Novagard Solutions Inc. Cleveland, OH - A $40MM manufacturer of silicone-based sealants, adhesives and lubrication products, PVC foam products, battery and electronics thermal management materials. Chief Engineer, Advanced Product/Technology Platform and New Business Development Leading and supporting four business units (Foam, Construction Adhesives & Sealant, Thermal and Coating) with advanced product and new business development effort creating value for customer and revenue return. Positioning the company to a growth trajectory for next level of dynamic move enhancing every aspect of operation, quality, equipment, SOP, product performance and offerings generating new business, application and technology stream focusing new product and technology development, thermal management material solution for Lithium-ion battery module, battery pack - cylindrical call and prismatic cell packaging.

— Developed injectable thermal gap filler for LG Chem’s Lithium-ion prismatic cell module packaging

— Developed silicone foam for cylindrical Lithium cell battery module packaging

— Developed several adhesives for Lithium-ion cell thermistor attachment solution monitoring temp profile

— Developed several dozen products and multiple technology platforms starting projection of a $200MM P

Westlake, OH G M FAZLEY ELAHEE 216-***-**** *****@****.*** 2015 to 2018: WESTINGHOUSE PLASMA CORP., PA -$29B Company; Material Processing, energy production Chief Scientist, Global Technical Operations

Provide visionary leadership and administration in leading R&D of innovative material recycling technology of various e- waste glass and ceramics; its commercialization operation and new products/application development generating sustainable reusable glass material technology model. Successfully managed a strategic global effort in concept to prototype, simulation studies, engineering design, drawing and pilot scale manufacturing operations all geared to a scalable high-volume reusable glass production in various geographic global locations.

— Developed e-waste glass recycling business model scalable to fit for large or small metropolitan cities, a revenue

— potential Developed of process $2M to and $6M methods annually, to from recover each metals unit installed, from electronics with zero waste capital investment 2012 to 2015: KOPPERS INC., PITTSBURGH, PA - $2B Company; tar, fine chemicals, and wood treating business Senior Director of Global Technical Operations

Led technical roadmap of vision, strategy, and execution, focused on centralizing quality operations of R&D and manufacturing world-wide. Delivered rapid customer service and business growth through continuous improvement. Supervised the managers of R&D, Product Development, Wastewater Discharge, Global Quality, Product Management, ISO, EH&S and Customer Technical Service. Monitored tolling and manufacturing efficiency, raw material inspection, costs, quality, and yields. Fostered scientific, academic, and industry collaborations to develop complementary technologies and commercial opportunities. Prepared proposals in pursuit of government and partner funding. Implemented strategic succession plan to support future growth policy. Remained abreast of advances by competitors and IP.

— Envisioned, developed, and deployed a customer feedback system that provided real-time insight into customer satisfaction, leading to a 75% reduction in tech service issues

— Development carbon foam based H2 fuel cell thermal cathode plate, 200% power density increased

— Partnered with external stakeholders to build a water-soluble proprietary polymer as a wood treating agent, leading to reduced dependence on creosote as a component of a Responsible Care initiative

— Fostered an industry alliance with Oakridge National Laboratory, Lockheed Martin and Touchstone Research Laboratory to create high-performance Ocean Thermal Energy Conservation projects – saving 20% energy cost

— Completed new business accusations resulting a $1B company to a $2B company within three years

— Developed flexible & compressible Polymer-Carbon matrix composites optimizing Lithium Prismatic cell performance

— Collaborated with Savannah River National Laboratory, University of Chicago and Ford Motor in development of unique porous materials to functionalize Metal Organic Framework (MOF) polymeric material that permits H2 storage at room temperature

— In partnership with AllCell, developed a next-generation PCM impregnated thermal solution for lithium-ion battery packs that is at least 1.5 times superior to the best competitor in its class 2010 to 2012: GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL HOLDING INC., PARMA, OH - a specialty carbon and graphite manufacturer Manager - NPD, NAD and Commercialization for Engineered Material Maintained accountability for product development operation at this provider of natural and synthetic graphite products, sustaining revenue streams totaling $180MM while managing a team of 16 operators, technicians, and engineers serving the specialty carbon product needs of commercial clients that included Apple and Samsung.

— Re-engineered Thermal product, electrode production, and packaging strategy utilizing acrylic, epoxy, polyurethane, and silicone, creating revenue channel valued over $1.5MM in the first year, driven by sales to Apple and Samsung

— Revolutionized a Thermal products manufacturing process increasing 900% production output with >99% yield 2009 to 2010: UNITED SOLAR OVONIC, AUBURN HILLS, MI - Thin film PV cell and module manufacturer Photovoltaic Technology Commercialization Scientist Executed a broad array of project management strategies to ensure the success of large-scale solar plant design and installation initiatives.

— Achieved compliance with UL certification requirements and building codes by redesigning PV module packaging materials and increasing 12% effective area of triple junction PV cells

— Reduced cell manufacturing cycles by 35%, incorporated thermal management material to 18% cell efficiency Westlake, OH G M FAZLEY ELAHEE 216-***-**** *****@****.*** 2006 to 2009: DOW CORNING CORPORATION, MIDLAND, MI- World leader in Silicone and Silicon Technology Material Scientist III/ Project Leader Asia Pacific Operations – NPD, NAD and Commercialization Led product commercialization concept, prototype development, testing, scale up and tolling production, and commercial launch. Formulated numerous innovative polymeric reactive resin materials and methods for thin film coating.

— Recruit, trained and built AP S&T team reducing development cycle time to 4 months for phase 2 review

— Seven thermal products commercialized with new manufacturing process line installed globally – valued at $140MM

— Developed a new Polymer-metal composite material technology which spawned a new product line that generated

$95M in sales in one year

2000 to 2006: BERGQUIST COMPANY, CHANHASSEN, MN

R&D Scientist / Global Manager, Scale up and Commercialization Operation Led NPD, NAD, scale up, commercial manufacturing, and marketing operation of thermal interface material, achieving a record of success that included multiple new tech platforms and product portfolios based on silicone, non-silicone, hybris, phase change and oriented conductive filler material package

— Expanded the company’s high volume manufacturing capabilities through negotiations with overseas tolling contract manufacturing organizations - a reduction on manufacturing cost by 45 %

— 33 products commercialized, four product platforms generated, 200% revenue growth Prior work: 1996 to2000: 3M Company- R&D Engineer at Electronics, Adhesives and Pharmaceutical clinical trial projects E DUCATION & P ROFESSIONAL A FFILIATIONS

PhD, Macromolecular Science and Engineering – CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY (Candidate, 2022) THESIS TOPIC: DIRECT INK 3D PRINTING OF ELASTOMERIC AND SOLID-STATE ELECTROLYTE MATERIALS MS, Material Science and Engineering, Additive Manufacturing & Recycling – CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY THESIS TOPIC: E-WASTE GLASS RECYCLING USING PLASMA TORCH TO PRODUCE REUSABLE GLASS MBA, Operations Management - Business and Technology – UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX BS, Chemistry (Polymer Science and Engineering) ACS Certified – WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY Emphasis on Composite Materials, with extensive Material testing and analysis, Polymer Processing Minors: Mathematics, Physics and Electronics

Member: American Carbon Society, American Chemical Society, Society of Plastic Engineers, IRI, ARPA-E, and more. Training: CRM, SPIN, Value Creation, Lab Safety, NPD, Stage Gate, Six Sigma, PSM, Leadership Excellence, and more. P ATENTS

8 awarded, few in process, many IP idea remained as trade secret. For detail - http://www.patents.justia.com/inventor/g-m-fazley-elahee

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