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Executive Leadership
Our Executive Leadership Team have an average of over 20 years service in their respective industries.
Dave Schwarz, Group President & President, Materials Science and Engineering
Dave Schwarz, Group President & President, Materials Science and Engineering
Dave leads a global network of experts that provide materials and product testing to a wide range of industries, including automotive, industrial, medical, packaging, polymer, and tire & wheel. He oversees strategy, growth, and operations for Smithers facilities in the United States, the United Kingdom, and China.
Mike guides the business strategy and vision for a global portfolio of science- and technology-based services. Under his leadership, Smithers has expanded to six divisions with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. He ensures the Smithers portfolio of diverse technology and service offerings is driven by our clients’ needs and goals.
Dave leads a global network of experts that provide materials and product testing to a wide range of industries, including automotive, industrial, medical, packaging, polymer, and tire & wheel. He oversees strategy, growth, and operations for Smithers facilities in the United States, the United Kingdom, and China.
Jeanette oversees global strategy and growth for the Smithers Quality Assessments division. Since assuming her leadership role in 2007, Jeanette has grown the Quality Assessments division from a North American footprint to a global presence. She opened and developed two new Smithers businesses in China: a management services team and an accredited third-party certification body.
Rav leads the global Smithers information business, overseeing the creation, growth, and execution of market reports, industry conferences, and consultancy services for clients in a wide range of highly technical industries.
As the President of Smithers Medical Device Testing division, Gael leverages his extensive background in biotechnology engineering and two decades of experience in bringing medical devices to market to guide the company's strategic growth. Gael has led testing laboratories in the US and UK and is credited as a co-inventor of an enhanced co-polymer for biocontainment.
As the leader for global commercial excellence, Glenn oversees a group of sales and marketing team members in building trusting, personal, and long-term relationships with clients. He actively engages key stakeholders to understand client needs, goals, and challenges.
Rachael provides strategic leadership and guidance for the Smithers global marketing team. She supports a diverse team of marketing professionals in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Brian oversees the global finance and legal functions, collaborating with leaders, financial decision makers, and technical experts across Smithers to enhance financial effectiveness and support strategic growth initiatives.
AJ leads and oversees the Cannabis Testing Services division's long-term strategy and national growth plan. As the President of a multi-state testing operation, she will direct a team of experts who are committed to consistently delivering exceptional service to our clients.
George oversees cybersecurity for Smithers facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. He guides a global network of IT team members to ensure that Smithers systems are secure and scalable in order to accommodate changes and developments that support client needs.
Christina is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Gaithersburg, Maryland, and Ewing, New Jersey laboratories.
Michael leads a global team providing contract laboratory services in the disciplines of ecotoxicology, environmental fate and analytics, environmental toxicology, and chemistry. He oversees strategy, growth, and operations for Smithers facilities in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Terrell provides expertise and guidance to Smithers leaders and business divisions, bridging the gap between legal knowledge and practical counsel. He oversees the development of long-term partnership agreements.
As the leader for global operational excellence, Andrew oversees the IT function ensuring reliable platforms that enable success in our operations. He actively partners with the Smithers divisions to achieve operational excellence through value stream optimization, automation, continuous improvement, and propagation of operational best practices (process, practices, systems, people).
Kevin works with Smithers executives and managers to identify and develop talent and leadership. He also guides Smithers teams as they leverage technology to improve efficiency and create a culture of transparency and innovation. He is passionate about people and coaching individuals to help them achieve their full potential.
Dennis leads the global Smithers Commodity Testing and Inspection division, focused on the chemical and physical analyses for solid fuels, metals, and minerals.
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