Vitaliy Kapishon

Vitaliy Kapishon is a seasoned professional in product development and innovation management, currently serving as the Manager of Product Development for Consumer Chemicals at Canadian Tire Corporation since June 2022. Previous experience includes roles as Innovation Project Manager at VIVO Cannabis Inc., where Vitaliy led product commercialization and launch projects for cannabis products, and Innovation Manager at HEXO Corp., focusing on global technology scouting and collaboration on clinical development initiatives. Vitaliy held research positions at the National Research Council Canada, McMaster University, and Queen's University, and has contributed to advancements in biomass valorization, agricultural biostimulants, and controlled drug delivery systems. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Chemical Engineering and a Masters in Chemistry from Queen's University, supported by a strong foundation in Biotechnology from Seneca Polytechnic and undergraduate studies at York University.