John Jaddou

John Jaddou currently serves as the Global Director of New Business Development at Orbia, focusing on next generation battery materials. Prior to this role, John held positions such as Global Director of New Business Development, M&A, and Venture Investment at Alphagary, where innovative solutions for the Polymer Solutions business were advanced. Experience includes serving as Principal Consultant at Veraxia, Head of Strategy and Business Development at Nano-C, Inc., and Research Scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, specializing in additive manufacturing and emerging technologies. John's early career involved leadership roles at Cabot Corporation, Veraxia Management Advisors, and Corporate Value Associates, where strategic growth and innovation were priorities. Initial experience includes product planning and engineering roles at Ford Motor Company and Siemens. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Business Strategy and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, as well as a BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Lawrence Technological University.