Perry Carter
About Perry Carter
Perry Carter is the Director of Digital Valve Product Management at Emerson, with extensive experience in product development, marketing, and management within the industrial technology sector.
Current Role at Emerson
Perry Carter is currently serving as the Director of Digital Valve Product Management at Emerson. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the development of customer-facing software interfaces for industrial valves. His position focuses on ensuring that the products meet the highest standards of engineering discipline and contribute to Emerson's strategic growth in the digital solutions space.
Past Roles at Emerson
Before his current role, Perry Carter held several significant positions at Emerson. From 2016 to 2022, he served as the Director of New Product Development. Prior to that, he worked as the Director of New Product Marketing from 2011 to 2016, and as the Sr. Product Manager from 2006 to 2011. His initial role at Emerson was as a Product Manager from 1999 to 2006. Throughout these roles, he was based in Marshalltown, Iowa, and focused on various aspects of product and portfolio management.
Early Career at Caltrol
Perry Carter began his career at Caltrol, where he worked from 1992 to 1999. He started as an Inside Sales representative and later advanced to the position of Account Manager. During his tenure at Caltrol in Glendora, California, he gained valuable experience in sales and account management, laying the groundwork for his future roles in product management and development.
Educational Background
Perry Carter holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Iowa State University, which he completed between 2001 and 2003. He also has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, completed from 1988 to 1992. His education has provided a strong foundation in both engineering and business management.
Expertise and Specializations
Perry Carter specializes in several key areas, including Human Centered Design, Industrial Technology Innovation, and Engineering Process Discipline. His expertise in these areas ensures that the products he manages are user-friendly, innovative, and adhere to rigorous development standards. Additionally, he has a strong background in Business Plan Development and Portfolio Management, contributing to strategic planning and managing a range of products and projects throughout his career.