Dan Rocque
About Dan Rocque
Dan Rocque is the Senior Director of RD&E Science & Innovation Incubator at SC Johnson, with a notable career in research and development, particularly in sustainable product innovation and pest control.
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Dan Rocque is the Senior Director of RD&E Science & Innovation Incubator at SC Johnson, located in Racine, Wisconsin, United States.
Professional Background at SC Johnson
Dan Rocque has held various roles at SC Johnson over more than a decade. He began as a Formulator and Project Manager from 2010 to 2014. He then served as Research and Development Manager for one year in 2014-2015. He transitioned to Director roles in different departments, including Science & Technology (2015-2017), Pest Control (2017-2019), and HQ Science & Technology (2019-2022). Currently, he serves as Senior Director of RD&E Science & Innovation Incubator.
Early Career
Before joining SC Johnson, Dan Rocque worked at Tomah Products as a Chemist from 2003 to 2006. He then moved to Clariant Corporation, where he served as a Chemist from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, he spent a year as a Contractor at JohnsonDiversey during 2003-2004.
Education and Expertise
Dan Rocque completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota, where he earned a B.S. in Chemistry from 2006 to 2010. He also holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where he studied Management from 2006 to 2010.
Achievements in Sustainable Product Development
Dan Rocque led the development of a new pest control product line that significantly reduced the environmental impact. He holds multiple patents in the field of pest control and consumer goods innovation. He regularly speaks at industry conferences on sustainable product development and innovation and has authored several articles on sustainable chemistry.
Mentorship and Incubation
Dan Rocque mentors young professionals and startups through the SC Johnson Innovation Incubator program. He played a key role in establishing SC Johnson's first-ever Science & Innovation Incubator, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.
Leadership and Recognition
Dan Rocque has been recognized with several awards for his contributions to research, development, and sustainability. He received the SC Johnson Leadership Award in 2021 and the Leadership for a Better World award from the UN Foundation. He has been acknowledged for his work eliminating vector-borne diseases and was presented with the Leadership for a Better World award by Laura Turner Seydel.