Wayne Buchen
About Wayne Buchen
Wayne Buchen serves as the Vice President of Strategic Sales at Applied DNA Sciences, where he has worked since 2018. With over 20 years of experience in global sourcing and operations, he has held significant roles in various international brands, including Lacoste.
Work at Applied DNA Sciences
Wayne Buchen has served as the Vice President of Strategic Sales at Applied DNA Sciences since 2018. In this role, he focuses on textile penetration and the transformation of innovative business solutions. His position is based in Stony Brook, NY, where he leverages over two decades of experience in global sourcing and operations to drive strategic initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Wayne Buchen earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Quinnipiac University, where he studied Import/Export and Marketing from 1981 to 1985. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in global sourcing and operations, particularly within the textile industry.
Background
With over 20 years of experience, Wayne Buchen has developed a robust career in global sourcing and operations, working with various international brands. Prior to his current role, he held the position of Senior Vice President of Global Sourcing and Operations at Lacoste from 2013 to 2017, based in Hong Kong.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Wayne Buchen has collaborated with established international brands, including Under Armor, Li & Fung, VF Corp., Nautica, and Liz Claiborne. His work has contributed to the development of innovative business solutions and strategies in the textile sector.