Dick Blackader joined the Botanic Innovations team as Chief Operating Officer in October, 2010. Transitioned his role to CEO and director in the spring of 2016 and now serves as a director since 2018. Dick’s long and successful track record in operations management includes roles with 3M, Imation and Accenture. He has extensive operational experience in field service, resource cost management, logistics, operations management and sales support. Dick has proven abilities and extensive experience in management of P&L’s, change management, CRM, and business development. He is a graduate of the University of Redlands where he earned a BS in Business Administration and Management.