Lucianne Kempton
About Lucianne Kempton
Lucianne Kempton serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Inevitable, bringing expertise in lean manufacturing across various sectors including pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, and agriculture. Her extensive experience includes leadership roles at notable companies such as Iron Ox, Procter & Gamble, and GlaxoSmithKline.
Current Role at Inevitable Tech
Lucianne Kempton serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Inevitable Technology, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she leads the company in its mission to innovate within the agricultural sector. She has been instrumental in the development of 'Clean Propagation' technology, which has successfully produced millions of disease-free seedlings. Her leadership focuses on operational excellence and strategic growth.
Previous Experience in Operations Management
Prior to her current role, Lucianne Kempton held several significant positions in operations management. She worked at Iron Ox as Director of Operations, overseeing all greenhouse operations for a span of one year. Additionally, she served as Vice President of Operations and Facility Operations Manager at Iron Ox, contributing to the company's operational strategies. Her experience also includes roles at Procter & Gamble and GlaxoSmithKline, where she focused on lean manufacturing and operational improvements.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Lucianne Kempton holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Villanova University, where she studied Strategic Management and Analytics from 2017 to 2019. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in manufacturing and operations.
Expertise in Lean Manufacturing
Lucianne Kempton possesses extensive expertise in lean manufacturing, particularly in the pharmaceutical, consumer, and agricultural sectors. Her work at Procter & Gamble involved leading lean manufacturing improvements across the cosmetics portfolio. She has also applied her knowledge in various engineering and operations roles at GlaxoSmithKline, where she designed and launched new manufacturing suites.
Career Development and Engineering Roles
Throughout her career, Lucianne Kempton has developed a diverse skill set through various engineering and operational roles. She worked at Johnson & Johnson, gaining experience in over-the-counter medicine manufacturing operations. Her tenure at GSK included positions as a Sr. Plant Engineer and Facility Controls Manager, where she contributed to the design and construction of manufacturing facilities. Her early career included a co-op position at Johnson & Johnson, further solidifying her foundation in the industry.