David Jakubovic
About David Jakubovic
David Jakubovic is the Senior Director of R&D Open Innovation Asia at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in various leadership roles within the company.
Title
David Jakubovic currently holds the position of Senior Director R&D Open Innovation Asia at Procter & Gamble.
Company
David Jakubovic has an extensive career with Procter & Gamble, holding various positions since 2001. Currently, he serves as the Senior Director R&D Open Innovation Asia. His tenure at Procter & Gamble showcases a long-term commitment to the company's research and development ventures across multiple regions.
Career at Procter & Gamble
David Jakubovic has been with Procter & Gamble for over two decades, starting in 2001 as Associate Director Health Care Product Development Europe, Middle East, Africa, where he worked for five years in the UK. From 2006 to 2013, he held the position of R&D Associate Director in the UK. He then moved to the role of Director Open Innovation Europe, Middle East, Africa from 2013 to 2018. Subsequently, he held the role of Director R&D Open Innovation Asia from 2018 to 2020. Since 2020, he has been serving as the Senior Director R&D Open Innovation Asia in Singapore.
Education and Expertise
David Jakubovic pursued his higher education at Imperial College London. He completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from 1982 to 1985. Following that, he achieved a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry from 1985 to 1988. His academic background in chemistry has provided a solid foundation for his extensive career in research and development.
Background
With a rich background in chemistry, David Jakubovic has applied his expertise at Procter & Gamble, contributing significantly to the company's R&D initiatives. His roles have covered various regions, including Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia, indicating his ability to adapt and lead in diverse environments. His current position as Senior Director R&D Open Innovation Asia, reflects his deep experience and leadership in the field.