Antoine Degand
About Antoine Degand
Antoine Degand is a Project Manager for Innovation and Development at Berry Global, Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in engineering and project management, with experience in various roles across the plastics industry and international settings.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Antoine Degand has been employed at Berry Global, Inc. as a Project Manager for Innovation and Development since 2019. His role involves overseeing various projects aimed at enhancing innovation within the company. He has been based in Bellignat, Rhône-Alpes, France, where he has contributed to the development of new initiatives and strategies over a period of five years.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Berry Global, Antoine Degand worked as an Engineering Intern at SABIC in 2019 for six months in the Bergen Op Zoom Area, Netherlands. His responsibilities included assisting in engineering tasks and gaining practical experience in a corporate environment. Additionally, he served as a Production Engineer at Plastisem for two months in 2018, where he focused on production processes.
Education and Expertise in Polymer Engineering
Antoine Degand earned a Master's degree in Polymer and Plastic Engineering from ITECH, where he studied from 2016 to 2019. His education provided him with a solid foundation in materials science and engineering principles. Prior to this, he completed a two-year preparatory program at CPGE Sainte Marie from 2013 to 2015, which prepared him for advanced studies in engineering.
International Experience and Skills Development
Antoine gained valuable international experience while working on a farm in Turkey for two months in 2015. This experience enhanced his skills in international group work and multicultural management. He also improved his management and leadership skills during an internship in Turkey, which are critical for successful project execution.
Charitable Involvement and Leadership
As an ambassador for the ELA Association, Antoine Degand organized charitable projects that involved collaboration with professors and students to secure sponsorships and raise funds. This role demonstrated his leadership capabilities and commitment to community engagement.