Flaherty Paul
About Flaherty Paul
Flaherty Paul is the R&D Associate Director at Procter & Gamble, known for his contributions to shaving technology and leading global teams in material development and packaging innovation.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Flaherty Paul currently serves as the R&D Associate Director at Procter & Gamble. He has been with the company since 1992. In this capacity, he leads a global organization comprising over 50 resources across several countries including the US, Mexico, Germany, Singapore, the UK, Poland, and Brazil. He is responsible for delivering the Package Innovation Strategy for P&G Grooming Packaging and heading the Front End Innovation (FEI) program.
Educational Background
Flaherty Paul earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, studying from 1989 to 1992. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Babson College, completing the program from 1992 to 1996. His academic foundation in engineering and business administration provides a solid base for his role in research and development.
Innovations in Shaving Technology
Flaherty Paul has been pivotal in the development of significant innovations in shaving technology. He led the original development of the Venus cartridge and the initial launch of Fusion and Fusion ProGlide. These projects are noteworthy advancements in the realm of shaving technology. His contributions extend to holding mechanical design patents, underscoring his influence on the industry over the past two decades.
Expertise in Mechanical and Material Technologies
Flaherty Paul possesses a deep technical understanding of numerous downstream technologies, critical to manufacturing and product development. These include injection molding, insert molding, roll coating, metal forming, logo decoration, die casting, plating, and high-speed assembly. He leads a team responsible for resin and metal material development and specification, as well as decoration techniques for Gillette products.
Leadership of Modeling and Simulation Teams
As part of his role, Flaherty Paul leads a team of modeling and simulation experts to advance shaving science and manufacturing processes through virtual learning. This includes areas such as finite element analysis, chemical systems modeling, and fluid dynamics. His leadership helps optimize manufacturing processes and improve product performance.