Hello, I'm Garrett Bernard

Business development leader working with aerospace materials, specialty chemical, and advanced technology companies to create strategic market plans, grow new segments, and analyze commercialization opportunities

Based in Boston

About Me

Passionate about finding product-market fit, executing go-to-market strategy, and building physical technical products for evolving industries

Professional Background

With a background in materials chemistry, market development, business strategy, and operations management, I have built a career helping companies in advanced materials, composites, and chemical technologies find opportunity in competitive global markets.

I specialize in segment analysis, commercialization strategy, and technical go-to-market planning for innovation-driven organizations. My extensive industry experience brings a unique perspective shaped by years of technical analysis and business execution with startups, emerging small businesses, and multinational public companies.

Business Development Market Strategy Commercialization Chemical Technologies Advanced Materials Aerospace

Strategic Planning

Creating comprehensive market plans and growth strategies for specialty chemical and advanced technology companies.

Market Development

Identifying and developing new market segments while analyzing commercialization opportunities for innovation-driven organizations.

Growth and BizDev

Building new relationships with target segment companies to rapidly grow and adapt technical offerings to meet performance demands.

Key Expertise Areas

Core competencies in business development and market strategy for advanced technology companies

Strategic Market Planning

Developing comprehensive market entry strategies and growth plans for specialty chemical companies.

Market Analysis Strategy

Commercialization Strategy

Guiding innovation-driven organizations through technical go-to-market planning and execution.

Innovation Go-to-Market

Advanced Materials Focus

Deep expertise in composites, specialty chemicals, and advanced technology sectors with global market perspective.

Materials Science Composites

Experience

Director, Business Development

Specialty Materials

Present

Leading strategic market planning and business development initiatives for specialty chemical and advanced technology companies. Responsible for identifying new market segments, analyzing commercialization opportunities, and driving revenue growth.

Strategic Planning Market Development Business Analysis Specialty Chemicals Composites Aerospace

Market Development Manager, Coatings and Corporate Innovation

Eastman Chemical

Previous Role

Managed market development initiatives in coating and polyester segments while supporting corporate innovation efforts. Focused on technical go-to-market planning and commercialization strategy for advanced materials and new program conception.

Market Analysis Innovation Coatings & Inks Advanced Materials Go-to-Market

Operations Manager

Deposition Technology Innovations

Previous Role

Led technician staff to manufacture vacuum-coated thin films for solar reflectors, transparent conductors, and electronics applications for North American, Asia-Pacific, and European markets. Metal and ceramic coatings served both contract R&D services and commercial product lines.

Operations Management Manufacturing Thin Films

Personal Interests

Outside of work, I enjoy pursuing activities that challenge me and keep me engaged

Aviation

Flying is a passion.

Aircraft Experience:

CH7AP28RC150
C172SR-20SR-22
Private Pilot Instrument Rating

The Great Outdoors

Hiking and exploring with my two Brittany spaniels, wife, and son.

We met in Bozeman, Montana.

Hiking Exploring

Continuous Learning

Always reading, always learning. Currently interested in aviation history and business strategy.

Recent Reads:

  • "The Fly Girls Revolt" by Eileen Bjorkman
  • "Birdmen" by Lawrence Goldstone
Reading Aviation History Business Strategy

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Let's Connect

I enjoy connecting with others who share an interest in business development, technology, or aviation. Feel free to reach out to share ideas, insights, or just say hello!

Boston
Formerly
Nashville • Johnson City
Bozeman • Louisville

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