Emma Pretswell
About Emma Pretswell
Emma Pretswell is the Vice President of Research and Development at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in product innovation and regulatory compliance in the health and beauty sector.
Title and Current Role
Emma Pretswell serves as the Vice President of Research and Development at Procter & Gamble since 2020. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, she oversees strategic R&D initiatives, ensuring the development and implementation of breakthrough technologies that meet consumer needs.
Previous Roles
Emma Pretswell has held multiple senior research and development roles at Procter & Gamble, including R&D Director Personal Health Care (2018-2020) and R&D Director Global Healthcare (2017-2020). Before these roles, she dedicated nine years as the Associate Director of R&D (2007-2016) and seven years as a Section Head (2000-2007) in the UK. In her early career, she worked as a Scientist/Senior Scientist (1995-2000). Additionally, she was the Head of Innovation at New Chapter, Inc. from 2016 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Emma Pretswell holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from The Robert Gordon University (1988-1995). She also attended The John Cleveland College (1986-1988). Her education provided a strong foundation in analytical methodologies, which she has applied throughout her career in product development and technology innovation.
Innovation and Product Development
Emma Pretswell has a distinguished background in innovation and product development, particularly in the health and beauty sector. At New Chapter Inc., she led innovation efforts, focusing on creating formulations with natural herbs, foods, and nutrients. She has extensive expertise in both upstream technology and downstream deployment, ensuring product compliance with regulatory standards, quality assurance, and good manufacturing practices.
Global Business Leadership
Emma Pretswell has played significant roles in global business leadership teams, contributing to worldwide business and organizational management. Her experience includes strategic deployment and adapting technologies for global markets. She is dedicated to delivering technological innovations that surpass consumer expectations.