Marko Strukelj

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About Marko Strukelj

Results-oriented leader with 25+ year track record of commercial success leading Product Development, Product Marketing strategy and R&D organizations. Consistently delivers differentiated products in the NA and global markets. Experienced in managing multiple global laboratories, end-use development facilities, product development teams and intellectual property strategies. Strong background in organic, polymer and thermoset chemistry and associated structure-property materials relationships. Experienced in leading teams in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific (AP).KEY SUCCESSES: Increased 100M+ business by 15% in a flat market by effectively leading development and launch of leading-edge technology across 3 product segments resulting in new revenue growth. Grew base case business plan by $160M+ through corporate technology developments.Increased market share from 35% to 60% in 6 months in photovoltaics by successfully delivering a long-awaited breakthrough in solar cell technology leading to $300M+ increased revenue.Awarded more than 15 patents to date through effective leadership in innovation and development; drove extensive R&D organization filing (20-25 patents/year).CORE COMPETENCIES:Leading regional/global teams to accelerate execution rateDriving Global Product and R&D programsDeveloping focused Marketing collateral to enhance launch successProduct CommercializationProduct Portfolio Management5-year Strategic Product RoadmapsIntellectual Property StrategyDesigning monomers for effective end-use applicationsPolymer Science and structure-property relationships (Monomers, Thermosets and Thermoplastics)45+ publications (Science, JACS, Macromolecules), patents and conference proceedings papers.