Chiara la Mancusa

Chiara La Mancusa is an experienced technical manager with a strong background in research and development, particularly within the automotive coatings sector at PPG since 2008. In the role of Technical Manager for FCA & Ford Europe, Chiara focuses on R&D, customer development, and product development. Currently, as Technical Manager for Automotive Coatings, responsibilities encompass new product development, customer support, team management, and project management. Prior experience includes positions as Lab Manager and Team Leader at Università del Piemonte Orientale from 2000 to 2003, where Chiara engaged in R&D, innovation, and materials synthesis and characterization. Educational qualifications include a Ph.D. in Chemistry with a specialization in Materials Chemistry from University A. Avogadro, complemented by various training programs in business process improvement and coatings technology.