About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 1919917
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT LEADER | INDUSTRIAL DESIGN | INJECTION MOLDING & DFM
Core Expertise
- Managed $250M+ product category, aligning design strategy with commercial and roadmap objectives.
- Directed end-to-end product development from concept through global manufacturing and market launch.
- Deep technical expertise in injection molding, DFM/DFA, tooling, and cost-driven design optimization.
- Led and scaled multidisciplinary design teams, establishing internship pipelines and mentorship frameworks.
- Managed co-development with major OEMs and brand partners to deliver co-branded product programs.
Project Background
- Redesigned rugged protective consumer electronics accessories, delivering a $20M year-over-year revenue improvement.
- Developed 10 new design architectures for mobile categories, preparing multi-channel retail launches.
- Directed global packaging redesign to standardize brand presentation across international product lines.
- Conceived aerospace interior and flight control concepts for aircraft OEMs, contributing to advanced technology research.
- Established repeatable design processes and Stage-Gate practices that improved throughput and consistency.
Key Skills
- SolidWorks | KeyShot | Sketchbook Pro | Adobe Creative Suite
- Injection molding | DFM/DFA | Tooling negotiation | CMF
- Product strategy | Roadmapping | Stage-Gate process | Cross-functional leadership
- Vendor & global manufacturer management | Supplier development | Cost optimization
- Concept development | Rapid prototyping | Design validation
- Team leadership | Mentorship | Hiring and internship program development
Education
- BFA, Industrial Design — The University of Kansas, School of Architecture and Design; Concentration in Mechanical Engineering
Why Interview this Candidate?
A design-driven product leader with 15+ years of proven impact across consumer electronics and aerospace programs. Delivered measurable commercial results, including managing $250M+ categories and a $20M year-over-year revenue uplift through product redesign. Brings deep injection-molding and DFM expertise, global manufacturing oversight, and a track record of scaling teams and processes to accelerate time-to-market and reduce cost.
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