Devin Schmitt

Devin Schmitt, Ph.D., currently serves as the Global Innovation Manager at ALTANA AG, overseeing global strategic initiatives and innovation management. Previously, Devin held the position of Head of R&D at Eckart America Corporation, where responsibilities included leading R&D efforts, product development, and budget management, achieving significant sales growth and innovation awards. Prior roles involved project management and scientific leadership at Cabot Microelectronics and DuPont, focusing on polymer composites and photovoltaic technologies, respectively. Devin's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry and a Bachelor's degree in Physics, both from Louisiana State University, where notable research accomplishments were recognized with multiple awards.