David Gittins

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ABOUT DAVID GITTINS

When the stakes are high and the landscape is shifting, I’m the one leaders call to make sense of complexity and find the smartest way forward.\"I love diving into unfamiliar territory — whether it’s a new technology, a shifting market, or a fresh scientific breakthrough — and figuring out how to turn it into real, tangible business value.My background (PhD in Chemistry) gives me the technical depth to dig into the details, but my real strength is zooming in and out — connecting the dots between big-picture trends and the on-the-ground actions that make them happen.I go straight to the source, talking to the right experts and uncovering insights others miss, then reframing the challenge so hidden opportunities come into view. Along the way, I line up the right people, remove roadblocks, and make sure good ideas don’t get stuck in “maybe someday” mode.I’ve been called a mix of researcher, strategist, and problem-solver — but really, I just love finding smart, creative ways to move the needle.If you’re looking for someone who can spot high-impact plays, build the case, and see them through to results, that’s where I do my best work.Research & Development (R&D) • biological science • branding • business analysis • chemical engineering •chemical industry • chemistry • Consulting • data analysis • engineering • Funding • internal stakeholders • internationalization • material science • networking • open innovation • proposals • R&D • scientific analysis •technical competence • STEM • collaborative • communication skills • creative thinker • culture leadership • manage multiple projects • self-motivated • team player • written communication