Keith Hirsch

Keith Hirsch is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technical business development and project management in the chemical industry. Currently serving as the Technical Business Development Manager for the Coating & Adhesive Resins business line at Evonik since October 2016, Keith is responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities in growth areas. Previous roles at Evonik include Project Manager and Integration Project Manager, focusing on strategic initiatives for sustainable growth and acceleration of profitable growth through marketing and sales excellence. Prior to Evonik, Keith held leadership positions at Silbond Corporation, BASF, Arch Chemicals, and National Starch and Chemical Co., demonstrating a strong background in technology, marketing, and research & development across various applications. Keith holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a B.S. in Chemistry from Penn State University.