Robert van Durme

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About Robert van Durme

Top salesman 2015 thru 2017, and 2019 with revenue over $ 9.0M. Took over underperforming segment of company in 2020 and immediately increased revenue 114% & 75% respectively in 2021 & 2022. Over 5 years, achieved annual growth of over 30% by end of 2025.Mechanical engineering professional with proven track record in Business Development, Technical Sales, & ManagementSME (Subject Matter Expert) in the design, application, manufacture, and commissioning of spray injection technology and supporting equipment for the Power Generation, Industrial, and Oil & Refinery Markets. Well positioned to promote the conversion & growth of Hydrogen and RNG (Renewable Natural Gas) as fuel sources.Unique proficiency in both Sales/Marketing and Engineering related fields to drive growth in technically demanding markets. Forged strategic corporate partnership and exclusivity agreement with $5B company to leverage product sales.25+ years experience in the Marketing, Selling, Commissioning, and Process Improvement of APC technology for the Power, Cement, and Waste to Energy (WTE) plants : FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization), SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)/SNCR (Selective Non-Catalytic Reduction), SDA (Spray Dry Absorbers), CFB (Circulating Fluidized Bed), and Wastewater Treatment. Achieved high growth in APC (Air Pollution Control) product line from less than $250k annually to over $ 3M Sales annually in less than 5 years.Extensive knowledge, review, comment, and negotiation of commercial and technical terms and conditions for high dollar value ($1M+) contracts. Risk assessment and analysis of client requests and proposals.P/L management of WetFGD product line. Registered Professional Engineer in the state of IllinoisResearch & Presentations: See PUBLICATIONS sectionSpecialties: Extensive network of contacts and relationships with OEM's, endusers, and experts in the Power Generation industry. Thorough knowledge in the design, application and operation of pollution control equipment in power plants to remove SOx, NOx, and Mercury from exhaust gases. Additional expertise in the treatment of wastewater for upcoming EPA zero liquid discharge guidelines.Open to career advancement opportunities.