JG
Judy Giordan
Founder of Chemical Investor Network
Amherst, Massachusetts
Overview
Judy Giordan is the Managing Director at ecosVC and the 2023 President of the American Chemical Society. With a background in Chemistry and extensive experience in leadership roles at prominent companies like International Flavors and Fragrances and PepsiCo, she is known for her expertise in entrepreneurship, product development, and technology transfer. Judy is also the Co-Founder of the Chemical Angel Network, showcasing her commitment to fostering innovation and supporting startups in the chemical sector.
Work Experience
Vice President and Managing Director
1992 - Current
ecosVC inspires STEM researchers at universities, companies and national labs to become STEM innovators with a training suite Lens of the Market!
Co-Founder
2012
Seed stage funding for chemistry intensive ventures - anywhere in the US!
Chemical Angel Network provides a mechanism for accredited angel investors to source and vet quality early-stage investment opportunities.
Corporate Vice President; CTO/Global Director of R&D
1997 - 1999
International Flavors & Fragrances- Flavour Specialty Ingredients business is a base aromas market that sells natural and synthetic aromas.
Global VP R&D PepsiCola
1996 - 1997
Vice President Corporate R&D, Henkel Corporation
1988 - 1996
Senior Scientist/ Program Leader
1981 - 1987
Polaroid develops technology products, including instant, digital still, and sports action video cameras, TVs, mobile apps, and apparel.