John Desmarteau
Director, Strategic Development @PLASTICS (Plastics Industry Association)
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WORK HISTORY
Director, Strategic Development @PLASTICS (Plastics Industry Association)
Washington, DC, US
EDUCATION
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Music Theory and Composition
SKILLS
ABOUT JOHN DESMARTEAU
I\'m a purpose-driven executive leader with 16+ years of experience growing organizations in the circular economy, sustainability, and advanced recycling sectors. My career began on the ground floor—literally—as a plant operator. Since then, I\'ve led engineering projects, built technical systems from scratch, launched national partnerships, and represented companies on the global stage.What drives me is building clarity—within systems, teams, and missions. I lead from the front with a combination of hands-on technical insight, strategic thinking, and a deep belief in empowering people. Whether it\'s scaling a startup, developing cross-sector alliances, or designing training programs that stick, I bring structure to complexity and energy to the teams I lead.I’m especially passionate about culture-building, public engagement, and helping organizations align vision with action. I believe that clear communication, strong systems, and grounded leadership can turn even the most ambitious goals into real, sustainable impact. Areas of Focus:Strategic Leadership & Business DevelopmentSustainability & Circular Economy InnovationOrganizational Communication & CulturePublic Speaking & Stakeholder EngagementOperations, Engineering & SCADA SystemsLeadership Coaching (in progress, ICF Certification 2025)Always open to connecting with leaders, builders, and organizations that share a drive for meaningful progress.
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