Daniel Coughlin
About Daniel Coughlin
Daniel Coughlin serves as the Senior Staff - Leader of Industrial Collaborations at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in the field of chemical engineering and has held various leadership roles in organizations such as the American Composites Manufacturers Association and Sappi Fine Paper.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Daniel Coughlin has been serving as Senior Staff - Leader of Industrial Collaborations at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2022. Located in Knoxville, TN, his role involves overseeing partnerships and collaborations with industrial entities to advance research and development initiatives. His experience in managing industrial relationships is crucial for fostering innovation and technology transfer within the laboratory.
Previous Experience at American Composites Manufacturers Association
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Daniel Coughlin worked as Vice President of Composites Market Development at the American Composites Manufacturers Association from 2014 to 2022. In this position, he focused on promoting the composites industry and developing strategies to enhance market growth. His tenure at the association spanned eight years and was based in Arlington, VA.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Daniel Coughlin holds a Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Maine. He also completed his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Chemical Engineering at the same institution, studying from 1979 to 1984. Additionally, he attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for one year, furthering his education in the field.
Career History in Engineering and Management
Daniel Coughlin has an extensive career in engineering and management. He began as a Research Engineer at GE from 1985 to 1987. He then spent 15 years at Sappi Fine Paper, where he held various roles, including Manufacturing and Director of Research, from 1988 to 2009. He later worked at ITECS-Innovative Consulting as Director of Open Innovation and Program Manager from 2011 to 2014 and 2009 to 2011, respectively.