Yakov is a results-oriented strategic global leader with a proven record of creating value from technology in chemicals and performance materials. He is a practical visionary who sets new business and technology strategies and mobilizes organizations to deliver on them by building strong teams and deep capabilities. He is a scientist, business leader, and global citizen with diverse, applied experience to drive growth including new business development, customer-facing application development, new materials and chemicals commercialization, and chemical process technology innovations.