Milton J.

I help companies develop, optimize, and commercialize specialty materials by combining deep formulation expertise with strategic product leadership. Whether you're developing a new product, troubleshooting a performance issue, evaluating materials, or preparing to scale manufacturing, I help reduce technical risk while keeping commercial success in focus. Over the past 15+ years, I've worked across formulation chemistry, product development, commercialization, and technical leadership, partnering with startups, manufacturers, suppliers, and global organizations to transform scientific ideas into successful products. My experience spans inks, coatings, adhesives, polymers, labels, packaging materials, functional materials, and specialty chemical technologies. Unlike consultants who focus only on laboratory formulation, I bring the perspective of someone who has led cross-functional product development from concept through commercialization. My work has included setting product strategy, prioritizing R&D investments, qualifying suppliers, supporting manufacturing scale-up, partnering with customers, and aligning technical decisions with business objectives. I can help with: - New formulation development and reformulation - Product performance optimization and troubleshooting - Raw material selection and supplier qualification - Material and technology evaluations - Root cause analysis and manufacturing support - Product commercialization and scale-up planning - Product portfolio strategy and rationalization - Technical due diligence and feasibility assessments - Product requirements, specifications, and validation planning Throughout my career, I have delivered measurable business results alongside technical innovation, including: - Commercializing products supporting 300+ million units annually - Reducing 2,000+ custom products into approximately 20 scalable platforms, improving operational efficiency and profitability - Leading product launches generating more than $2 million in first-year revenue - Recovering hundreds of thousands of dollars in recurring business by solving complex formulation and material performance challenges - Leading cross-functional initiatives spanning R&D, manufacturing, quality, procurement, sales, marketing, and executive leadership I hold a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry, but my value extends beyond formulation. I help organizations make better technical and business decisions by connecting formulation science, manufacturing, commercialization, and product strategy. Whether you need a technical expert, a commercialization partner, or a strategic advisor, my goal is to help you move from uncertainty to confident execution.