With over 28 years of leadership experience, Chris brings experience in overseeing diverse functions, including business, marketing, EH&S, supply chain, business development, engineering, R&D, and manufacturing. Prior to Fortrex, Chris was Vice President of Operations at 5E Advanced Materials where he successfully led the engineering, construction, and operations of a small-scale Boron and Lithium facility in California. Before his role at 5E, Chris spent nearly 10 years with Pilgrim's, one of the largest vertically integrated poultry producers in the world. In his current role as SVP for Chemical Operations, Chris plays a pivotal role in advancing and steering our chemical business forward. Chris holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Arkansas and an MBA from Louisiana State University.