Richard Townsend
Commercial Lead - Friction Stir Welding (Fsw) @Element Six
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WORK HISTORY
Commercial Lead - Friction Stir Welding (Fsw) @Element Six
Didcot, GB
Responsible for Element Six\'s friction stir welding business area including both commercial and innovation aspects. Element Six is developing a range of PCBN & diamond composite tools to revolutionise the joining of steel & aluminium using the Friction Stir Welding process. Together with The Welding Institute (TWI), Element Six has demonstrated long tool life and excellent weld quality- High weld integrity, lowers incidence of repair- Technology can be used to conduct live pipeline repairsApplications- Steel pipelines- Joining of dis-similar materials- Wind turbine structures- Shipbuilding- Automotive- Aerospace
EDUCATION
University of Staffordshire
Bachelor's Degree, Business, Marketing
University of Staffordshire
Master's Degree, C.I.M Marketing Diploma
SKILLS
ABOUT RICHARD TOWNSEND
I love building and implementing winning business development strategies that solve customer pain points and passionate about the industry adoption of friction stir welding.With a Business degree and 20+ years of extensive marketing and business development experience in B2B markets, I have a track record of analysing markets and delivering £multi-million growth.My background includes securing new business from scratch with large global consumer device, automotive and industrial OEMs, key account responsibilities, leading global OEM Business development teams, commercial lead for major product developments and significant product management experience.I have a passion for international business and cultures having successfully developed new business in Europe, US and Asia. A particular highlight for me was being based in China for over 5 years managing new business secured in Europe and developing further business in Asia.INDUSTRY EXPERTISE- Synthetic diamond materials for high performance grinding, machining and friction stir welding - Coated polymers/nano-materials used in consumer devices, automotive and industrial markets - Textile non-wovens used in industrial, waste water, smart fibres and hygiene applications- Digital printing equipment and consumables I really enjoy making new professional acquaintances. Feel free to connect if you want to talk technology, new opportunities or even football!Specialties: Business Development, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Product Management & Development
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