Yvonne De Porre
About Yvonne De Porre
Yvonne De Porre is an R&D Senior Scientist currently employed at Charlotte's Web in Louisville, Colorado. She has a strong academic background in chemistry and extensive experience in research and development, having worked at various organizations including Dow AgroSciences, PSI Labs, and Orion GMP Solutions.
Current Role at Charlotte's Web
Yvonne De Porre serves as an R&D Senior Scientist at Charlotte's Web, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the research and development of products, focusing on enhancing the company's offerings in the hemp and CBD market. Her expertise in organic chemistry supports the development of innovative solutions and formulations that align with the company's mission.
Previous Experience at PSI Labs
Before joining Charlotte's Web, Yvonne worked as a Senior Scientist at PSI Labs from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she focused on scientific research and development projects, utilizing her background in organic chemistry to advance the lab's capabilities. This role allowed her to deepen her expertise in the field and contribute to various research initiatives.
Education and Academic Background
Yvonne De Porre has a strong academic background in chemistry. She earned her PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of Michigan - Rackham Graduate School, where she studied from 2013 to 2018. Prior to that, she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Michigan State University, studying from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she participated in the NSF Lando program, achieving an REU in 2012 at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
Internship Experience at Dow AgroSciences
In 2013, Yvonne completed a three-month internship at Dow AgroSciences in the Indianapolis, Indiana Area. This experience provided her with practical insights into research and development processes within the agrochemical industry, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in scientific research.
Role as Scientific Advisor at Orion GMP Solutions
Yvonne served as a Scientific Advisor at Orion GMP Solutions from 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, she provided expert guidance on scientific matters, leveraging her extensive background in organic chemistry and research to support the company's objectives in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.