Ken Kyte
About Ken Kyte
Ken Kyte is a Senior Scientist at Procter & Gamble with over two decades of experience in the beauty and grooming industry, specializing in product development and formulation for well-known brands.
Career at Procter & Gamble
Ken Kyte has been serving as a Senior Scientist at Procter & Gamble since 1997. He is based at the Sharon Woods Innovation Center in the Cincinnati Area, which is a hub for innovation. With over two decades of experience at the company, Ken focuses on skin care and shave care products. His work has involved product development and formulation for renowned brands such as Olay, Noxzema, SK-II, Illume, Old Spice, Gillette, Venus, Satin Care, and The Art of Shaving.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining Procter & Gamble, Ken Kyte held several significant roles. He was a contractor at Addeco Staffing Service from 1995 to 1997, working at Procter & Gamble's Miami Valley Innovation Center. He also served as Quality Assurance Manager at Bath & Body Works from 1994 to 1995 and worked as a Formulation Chemist at Amole' Contract Manufacturer from 1993 to 1994. Earlier roles include being a Chemist at Hydrotech Laboratories, a contractor at Addeco Staffing, and a Researcher at the VA Medical Center.
Leadership and Professional Involvement
Ken Kyte served as Chair/Chair-Elect of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, Ohio Valley Chapter, from 2007 to 2013. During his six-year tenure in the Cincinnati Area, he played a vital role in advancing the chapter's initiatives and contributing to cosmetic chemistry's professional community. His leadership in this role underscores his commitment to the field and his active participation in the industry's development.
Educational Background
Ken Kyte holds a Master's Degree in Chemistry from Bowling Green State University, which he completed from 1987 to 1989. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Michigan State University, from 1983 to 1987. His educational journey began at Holt High School, where he studied from 1979 to 1983, achieving his high school diploma. His formal education laid a solid foundation for his extensive career in the beauty and grooming industry.
Career Beginnings
Ken Kyte's early career included a variety of roles across different industries. He worked as a Projectionist at GKC Theatres from 1985 to 1987 and as an Assistant Manager at Little Caesars Pizza from 1983 to 1985. Additionally, he gained experience as a Sales Associate at Young's Newsstand and a Graduate Lab Assistant at Bowling Green State University. This diverse background helped shape his adaptability and work ethic, which he later applied to his scientific career.