Richard Mc Allister
About Richard Mc Allister
Richard McAllister serves as the Global Business Director at Polytek Development Corp, where he has worked since 2021. He possesses extensive experience in sales and leadership, particularly in the industrial sector, and holds an MBA from William & Mary.
Work at Polytek Development
Richard Mc Allister has held the position of Global Business Director at Polytek Development Corp since 2022. He also serves as the Global Sales Director, a role he has occupied since 2021. In these positions, he leads the Industrial Division, which caters to various markets including concrete, special effects, marine, infrastructure repairs, and medical modeling. His responsibilities include overseeing four major chemistries: Polyurethane elastomers, Silicones, Epoxy, and Latex. Mc Allister is recognized for his ability to define strategy and provide clarity at all organizational levels to achieve results.
Education and Expertise
Richard Mc Allister earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from William & Mary, where he studied Finance from 1986 to 1988. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance and Economics from Elizabethtown College, completing his studies from 1982 to 1986. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in finance, which complements his extensive experience in business development and operational management.
Background
Before joining Polytek Development Corp, Richard Mc Allister worked at Air Products for several years, holding various leadership roles. He served as the Northeast and Eastern Canada Region Sales Manager from 2009 to 2012 and later as Director of Strategic Accounts Team from 2012 to 2014. His final role at Air Products was as Director of Americas Supply Chain from 2014 to 2016. His experience in these positions contributed to his expertise in sales management and strategic account oversight.
Achievements
Richard Mc Allister is recognized for his leadership skills, particularly in cross-functional and matrix environments. His unique combination of business development and operational skills has been instrumental in enhancing both top and bottom line performance within the organizations he has worked for. His strategic approach has allowed him to effectively oversee complex divisions and contribute to organizational success.