Steve Demaagd
Business Development Leader | EV Battery, Automotive, and Advanced Materials | Driving Innovation & Growth Across the E-Mobility Value Chain
- Role
- Business Development Manager - E-mobility and Automotive at Avery Dennison
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Steve Demaagd
Sales and Engineering Professional with extensive Automotive background. s••••••••@gmail.com a results-driven sales and business development leader with a strong engineering foundation and a track record of driving growth across the automotive and advanced materials sectors. I thrive at the intersection of technology, innovation, and commercial strategy — whether scaling new solutions with customers or leading cross-functional teams to outperform expectations.Over the course of my career, I’ve helped global organizations navigate complex technical landscapes, expand into emerging markets, and build long-term value through strategic partnerships. My core strengths include:• Automotive & Mobility Expertise: Deep experience in automotive systems, EV battery technologies, and advanced materials that power next-generation transportation solutions.• Commercial Leadership: Proven ability to translate technical value into commercial success — from account development and solution design to negotiation and execution.• Collaborative Problem Solving: A hands-on approach to working with engineering, product, and executive teams to solve tough challenges and accelerate time to market.I’m passionate about helping companies leverage technology to solve real-world problems, grow revenue sustainably, and build trusted relationships that last. Let’s connect if you’re interested in collaboration, innovation, or meaningful industry impact.
Experience
Business Development Manager - E-mobility and Automotive
Oct 2023 — Present
Business Development Manager for Avery Dennison’s Energy Storage and E-Mobility segment, driving new business within the EV battery, automotive, and charging infrastructure markets. Build partnerships with OEMs, Tier suppliers, and cell producers to deliver advanced adhesive, dielectric, and functional film solutions. • Spearhead North American growth initiatives and partnership development for new adhesive and insulation technologies. • Lead specification and sales programs driving measurable top-line revenue and market penetration. • Partner with global product, marketing, and R&D teams to define product roadmaps and go-to-market execution. • Serve as subject matter expert for marketing, trade shows, and conference presentations in the EV battery space.
Education
University of Michigan - Rackham Graduate School
Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering
2012 — 2014
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Master of Business Administration
2014 — 2016
Calvin University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
2005 — 2010
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement
- Polymers
- Communication
- Manufacturing
- Negotiation
- Sales
- Bus
- Optimization
- Leadership
- Engineering
- Computer-Aided Design (Cad)
- Nvh
- Six Sigma
- Management
- Engineering Management
- Exhaust Systems
- Program Management
- Product Development
- Automotive
- Dampers
- Business Development
- Fmea
- Vibration Isolation
- Ppap
- Rubber
- Shock
- Teamwork
- Apqp
- Automotive Engineering
- Vehicle Dynamics
- Maritime
- Strategic Planning
- Design for Manufacturing
- System Solutions
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