Balthazar Lechene

Balthazar Lechene has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Balthazar is currently working at PowerFlex as the Associate Director of Hardware Product Management. Prior to this, they worked at SunPower Corporation as a Product Manager for residential projects from 2019 to 2022.

In 2016, Lechene co-founded InkSpace Imaging, a medical device start-up, where they led the company's product definition and market research campaign. Balthazar also crafted the company's business case and strategic plan. Balthazar'srole at InkSpace Imaging ended in 2019.

Before entering the corporate world, Lechene worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at UC Berkeley, where they specialized in printed electronics. Balthazar developed various devices, such as photovoltaic cells, supercapacitors, and MRI coils, for applications ranging from energy harvesting to medical devices. Lechene's work in printed MRI coil technology led to the formation of InkSpace Imaging.

Lechene also has a strong educational background, with a PhD in organic solar cells from CEA and a research internship at Australian National University. Additionally, they gained research experience as a Graduate Student at Cornell University, focusing on the fabrication of ordered mesoporous antimony doped tin-oxide films for energy-related applications.

Outside of their professional pursuits, Lechene served as the Chairman of the Student Yachting World Cup, managing a team of 20 individuals and organizing a world-class sports event. Balthazar also has experience as a Maintenance Worker intern at enXco and as a Platoon Officer in the French Army.

Overall, Balthazar Lechene's work experience demonstrates their expertise in product management, research and development, and leadership roles across multiple industries.

Balthazar Lechene's education history is as follows:

Balthazar attended Collège Stanislas, although the specific years of attendance are unknown. After completing their time at Collège Stanislas, they enrolled in Lycée Français de Pékin from 1996 to 1999. Balthazar then attended Lycée Rochambeau for the academic year of 2002-2003.

In 2004, Balthazar began their preparatory classes at Lycée Sainte Geneviève, where they studied physics and chemistry. This phase lasted until 2006.

From 2006 to 2009, Balthazar pursued their higher education at École Polytechnique, where they earned a top French engineering and scientific degree. The specific field of study during this program is not provided.

Following their time at École Polytechnique, Balthazar moved on to Cornell University for the academic year of 2009-2010. There, they obtained a Master of Engineering degree in Materials Science and Engineering.

Continuing their academic journey, Balthazar joined Université de Grenoble in 2010 and completed their studies in 2013. At Université de Grenoble, they successfully attained a Ph.D. in an undisclosed field of study.

In addition to their formal education, Balthazar has also obtained several certifications. In June 2021, they acquired certifications in "Corporate Financial Statement Analysis" and "Financial Accounting Foundations" from LinkedIn. Additionally, in June 2022, they completed the "Finance Foundations" certification, also from LinkedIn.