Team
Modumetal Team
Zhi Liang "Bob" Bao, PhD, Physicist and Senior Electrochemist
Bob has B.S. Degree in Physics from Nankai University, a M.S. degree in Electronics from Peking University, and a Ph.D. in Physics from Simon Fraser University. Bob is well known for his widely-published and referenced research in single-crystal iron and iron alloy deposition. Bob has extensive experience in electrodeposition, nanostructure modeling and process/structure/property analysis. Bob previously worked at Motorola and studied applications of advanced materials for electronics. Bob currently leads Modumetal's new alloy development efforts. In this role, he designs processes for electrochemical deposition and studies the influence of manufacturing parameters on structure and performance. Bob also leads Modumetal's imaging and structure analysis efforts. Bob is named inventor on pending patents related to the manufacture of Modumetal's nanolaminates.
Laresia Blair, Analytical Chemist
Laresia holds B.S. Degrees in Chemistry and Psychology from Houston University, where she graduated with honors. Laresia has advanced training in 5S Methodology. She also holds a CPR Certification and has been a member of the American Chemical Society since 2004. Prior to her arrival at Modumetal, Laresia served as a Chemist with SGS North America, Inc. and Polyorganix, Inc. Laresia leverages her industrial experience and academic training to advance Modumetal's chemical analysis efforts. In this capacity, Laresia supports chemical analysis, troubleshooting and process control for manufacturing across all of the company's projects.
Richard Caldwell, Chemist and Project Manager
Richard has a BS degree in Chemistry from Washington State University and has completed studies in leadership and Program Management. Rich has extensive experience in chemical analysis through his previous work at Darigold. Rich previously served in the United States Navy with specialty in nuclear reactor systems maintenance. Rich's vast experience and insight into analytical chemistry and electroplating processes has served him well in his role as a technical Project Manager at Modumetal. Rich currently leads Modumetal's hybrid materials program, which is focused on the development of nanolamianted “ModuForming” technologies for net shape production of structural parts.
Leslie Collinson, Mechanical Engineer and Systems Program Manager
Leslie has a BSE degree in Mechanical and Aerospace engineering from Princeton University. There, Leslie also studied automated controls and robotic systems. Leslie has completed course studies in leadership and program management. She held prestigious internships with both NASA and the CIA. She was also the recipient of the Morgan W. McKinzie Prize, the Enoch Durbin Entrepreneurial Award and the Donald Janssen Dike Awards for Excellence in Undergraduate Research. Leslie previously worked at Isotron Corporation as a Special Projects Engineer. Leslie was the first employee at Modumetal. Today, Leslie leads the development of Modumetal's advanced manufacturing platforms. In this capacity, Leslie leads the integration of software, electrical and mechanical systems to develop automated controls for the production of Modumetal materials. Leslie is named inventor on pending patents related to the control systems used to enable large scale manufacturing of Modumetal.
Professor Brian Flinn, PhD, Metallurgical Consultant
Brian obtained his MS in Metallurgical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines and a PhD in Materials Engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Brian is a professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Washington. He is also a licensed Professional Engineer of Metallurgy in the State of Washington. Brian's research at the University is focused on the relationships between material processing, structure, and properties in a variety of materials, with the goal of improving structural properties by relating the processing to the microstructure and subsequent mechanical behavior. Fundamental research areas include the relationship between strength and fracture behavior of materials to their processing technique and resulting microstructure, including the effect of deformation induced residual stresses on the fracture and fatigue behavior of metals. Brian is currently consulting with the Modumetal team on a number of performance studies, including high impact fracture events, such as would be experienced in ballistic and blast conditions
Christina Lomasney, Physicist, President and CEO (co-founder)
Christina has a BS in Physics from the University of Washington. She conducted her undergraduate research in the D.T. Schwartz Electrochemistry Group and later completed studies towards an MS in Physics. Christina previously worked at Boeing in a variety of capacities including as lead on programs related to advanced metals manufacturing in the Prototype Machining Center. Christina co-founded Isotron Corporation, a composite materials company, in 2001 and served as President/CEO through 2006. She took this company to profitability without outside investment and currently serves as its Chairman. Christina is President and CEO of Modumetal. She is also project manager, principle investigator and named inventor on projects and pending patents, especially in the structures and corrosion resistant coatings areas.
Patrick Lomasney, Chemist and Corrosion Program Manager
Patrick has a BS degree in Chemistry from the University of Washington. Patrick previously served for six years as in the United States Marine Corps, with occupational specialty as an armorer. Patrick received the Navy Achievement Medal and was meritoriously discharged as a Sergeant. Patrick previously worked as a materials engineer at Isotron Corporation and has completed corporate studies in leadership and program management. Today, Patrick provides technical leadership in Modumetal's corrosion and tribological coatings activities. Patrick directly oversees the development of Modumetal’s Nanoplex® ZnNi product and is engaged in scaling up the manufacturing of these and other corrosion coatings. Patrick is the lead for Modumetal's collaboration with Happy Plating, GmbH, which is focused on scale-up of the Zn-based corrosion coating systems in Europe and the US.
Erich Mische, Public and Government Relations
Erich has a BA in Communications from St. Cloud University and is an Adjunct Faculty Member at the University of Saint Thomas, focusing on Public Affairs. Erich has extensive political, communications media and public affairs experience, having served as campaign manager multiple campaigns, as well as serving as former Chief of Staff for United States Senator Norm Coleman. Erich is a Vice President with The Bockorny Group, where he specializes in Government and Public Relations, as well as Business Development and Strategic Planning, for both small and large corporations. Erich currently manages Modumetal's public relations efforts and also serves in support of marketing and government customer relations.
Richard Morgan, Analytical Chemist and Project Manager
Rick holds an M.S. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Washington and a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Oregon. His graduate school work was based on electrodeposition, and specifically, the detection and control of hydrogen gas entrainment in high-strength steel during cadmium deposition. Rick currently holds accreditation as a Certified Electroplater-Finisher from the National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF). Rick has further accreditations in Precious Metals Deposition, Electroless Deposition, Electronics Surface Finishing, and Industrial Waste Treatment. Rick's 20 years of experience with electroplating includes work with such industry leaders as Boeing, Aerojet, and Hytek Finishes, as well as numerous smaller firms. Rick currently manages Modumetal's Analytical Chemistry Laboratory and is Project Manager, with technical oversight of the company's ModuGalv® product development efforts.
William Reynolds, Office Manager and Executive Assistant
Bill has over 15 years working experience in managing large office environments. In his most recent position prior to Modumetal, Bill single-handedly supported four (4) Vice Presidents and served as Administrative Assistant to the Medical Director of a major health network. Bill has experience in the major Microsoft Office products and a number of accounting and visualization tools, which he deploys to improve office and inventory management efficiency. Bill also has extensive experience in large event planning. Bill currently manages the entire Modumetal office and serves as Executive Assistant to the CEO. Without Bill, Modumetal's offices would quickly cease to function.
Glenn Sklar, Electrochemist and Corrosion Project Manager
Glenn received a MS in Materials Science and BS in Chemistry, both from the University of Nevada-Reno. Glenn is recognized throughout the electroplating industry for his unique skills in nanofabrication and electrochemical process development. Glenn is experienced in the design of everything from advanced corrosion resistant coatings and industrial surface finishes to thin films for photovoltaics, thermoelectric and radiation sensing devices. Prior to working at Modumetal, Glenn owned his own electrochemical consulting firm, was a director of product development at a nanostructured materials startup, and worked in a number of industrial electroplating facilities. Glenn is a named inventor on patents related to the electrodeposition of nanocrystalline materials and electrochemical manufacturing processes. Glenn is an active member of the NASF. Glenn is an Electrochemical Process Manager at Modumetal and is leading the development of the Company's Nanoplex® NiCo coatings.
John Whitaker, PhD, Chemical Engineer and Chief Scientist (co-founder)
John has a BS in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University and a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington. John was the winner of several innovation awards for his developments in electrochemical printing at University of Washington, where he conducted his graduate research in the D.T. Schwartz Electrochemistry Group. John previously served as Technical Director at Isotron Corporation, where he was principle investigator and program manager on a number of composite material development projects. John is Chief Scientist at Modumetal. In this role, he is leading the development of a fundamental understanding of the Process-Structure relationship in Modumetal’s nanolaminated alloy systems. John is also Principle Investigator on several of the company’s exploratory research efforts, including in the area of non-aqueous electrodeposition. John is a named inventor on pending patents in electrochemical printing and on several applications of Modumetal to structures and coatings.
Jesse Unger, Mechanical Engineer and Test Manager
Jesse holds a BSE in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington, where he received numerous academic scholarships and grants. Jesse's undergraduate research included the design and manufacture of a low-cost prosthetic arm for use in developing countries. Jesse has prior experience in construction management, biomechanical research, and biomedical implant design. Today, Jesse leads Modumetal's mechanical test program. In collaboration with researchers at the University of Washington, Jesse provides leadership in materials evaluation across all of the Modumetal programs in the areas of impact, tensile, wear, corrosion and other performance testing.
Rebecca Yeatman, Electrical Engineer, MBA and Vice President
Rebecca Yeatman holds a BSEE, cum laude, from Kettering University, and a Masters in Business Administration from Stanford University. Rebecca has over fifteen years of experience in leadership roles with new technology ventures. Seven of those years were specifically spent in the defense sector. Prior to relocating to Seattle, Rebecca was a financial analyst, product planner, and product engineer with the Ford Motor Company. She began her career as a manufacturing engineer with General Motors. Rebecca currently leads the day-to-day operations at Modumetal, including financial operations, investor relations, recruiting and much more.