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Arthur Martin

Sutton

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in business development and project management. Proven ability to foster collaboration and oversee operations, driving sustainable growth and innovation. Expertise in developing strategic initiatives that enhance organizational performance and efficiency.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

VP Manufacturing

BioSurfaces, LLC
Ashland
2018.02 - 2026.02

Led quality management, product development, and manufacturing operations to successfully commercialize a unique product line.

Adjunct Professor

Clark University
Worcester
2014.08 - 2021.04

A member of the Graduate School of Management Adjunct Faculty taught Entrepreneurial Finance in the Innovation and Entrepreneurial Program

Senior Business Advisor

Clark University
Worcester
2013.07 - 2018.02

Contributed to entrepreneurial growth of small businesses in Central MA through in-depth advising and training.
Facilitated access to capital for small businesses, promoting sustainable development.
Delivered high-quality services at no cost to entrepreneurs to foster successful company creation.
Supported economic development initiatives in Central MA, enhancing community growth and resilience.

President/CEO

FloDesign
Wilbraham
2007.11 - 2013.01

Assumed leadership role with full P&L accountability post spin-out from Flodesign Wind Turbine Corp.
Executed business development strategies, ensuring quality across all programs and services.
Provided entrepreneurial guidance to spin-out candidates within organization.
Led engineers and project managers, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Implemented program management processes that emphasized team dynamics and communication.
Strengthened financial position through hands-on business and financial advisement.

Founder/President

Kardia Corporation
Millbury
2005.04 - 2007.11

Founded engineering services company to deliver effective development and management solutions.
Achieved success by leveraging strong project management skills and deep machine design knowledge.
Managed diverse contractor teams to drive innovation in client systems.
Delivered projects for clients including Pfizer, Dow Agrosciences, and Kodak.

Program/Technical Director

Foster Miller
Waltham
2001.01 - 2005.04

As Program Manager all aspects of three-year, $35 million program for automating R&D stability testing.
Led team of up to 60 engineers through requirements gathering, design development, and integration.
Advised business development and program managers on technical elements of pharmaceutical programs.
Directed implementation of system/software development life cycle for cGMP compliant software.
Participated in corporate steering committee to shape strategy for pharmaceutical programs at Foster Miller.

Founder/President

Source For Automation, Inc.
Holliston
1986.10 - 2001.01

Founded and managed technology company specializing in automated laboratory instruments for pharmaceutical quality control.
Led design and development team to create innovative products and business strategies.
Successfully managed cash flow and working capital, completing multiple rounds of private financing.
Established joint marketing agreements with Waters Corporation in Milford, MA, and Shimadzu Corporation in Japan.
Conducted worldwide business operations with distributors in Japan, Puerto Rico, Europe, Mexico, India, and South Korea.

Senior Engineer

Zymark
Hopkinton
1981.01 - 1986.10

I was hired during the early start-up stage of this robotics company as a Senior Engineer with a focus in mechatronics. My expertise was in the design, development and programming of microprocessor based peripheral systems with an emphasis on laboratory instrument interfacing

Education

Master of Education - Workplace Spirituality

Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA
1996-09

Bachelor of Science - Business And Robotics Engineering (UWW)

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA
1985-02

Skills

  • Quality management
  • Product development
  • Strategic planning
  • Financial analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Business development

Timeline

VP Manufacturing

BioSurfaces, LLC
2018.02 - 2026.02

Adjunct Professor

Clark University
2014.08 - 2021.04

Senior Business Advisor

Clark University
2013.07 - 2018.02

President/CEO

FloDesign
2007.11 - 2013.01

Founder/President

Kardia Corporation
2005.04 - 2007.11

Program/Technical Director

Foster Miller
2001.01 - 2005.04

Founder/President

Source For Automation, Inc.
1986.10 - 2001.01

Senior Engineer

Zymark
1981.01 - 1986.10

Master of Education - Workplace Spirituality

Boston College

Bachelor of Science - Business And Robotics Engineering (UWW)

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Arthur Martin