Thomas Putzer
About Thomas Putzer
Thomas Putzer is the Head of the Base of the Pyramid Group at SC Johnson, with extensive experience in research, innovation, and humanitarian efforts.
Company
Thomas Putzer is currently employed at SC Johnson, where he holds the position of Head, Base of the Pyramid Group, Office of the Chairman + CEO. His role involves leading innovation and development projects focused on providing products and solutions for emerging markets.
Title
His current title is Head, Base of the Pyramid Group, Office of the Chairman + CEO, at SC Johnson. This position emphasizes his leadership in developing market-specific innovations and his strategic role within the company.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Putzer holds an MBA in Business Foundations from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and has completed various specialized courses at Harvard University, including Humanitarian Response to Conflict and Disaster, Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies, and Defeating Malaria from the Genes to the Globe. Additionally, he has a BS in Limnology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and certifications in Meteorology and Flight Logistics from the Federal Aviation Administration School of Aeronautics in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Background
Thomas has a diverse career history with roles in both the private and public sectors. His previous positions include Innovation Navigation Manager for Developing Markets and Senior Research Scientist at SC Johnson, as well as various roles at Kimberly-Clark, such as Global Insights Research Manager. Before his industry roles, he served as a Meteorologist and Flight Logistics Officer at Paradise Airways and a Research Technician at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. His experience also includes scuba diving for research purposes.
Achievements
Thomas has notable contributions in several areas. He partnered with the Rwanda Ministry of Health to develop a national healthcare strategy, resulting in the construction of over 50 community health posts and increased healthcare access for 1.7 million people. He has led the development and commercialization of multiple home and personal care products for Base of the Pyramid users. Further, he has conducted media interviews with prominent outlets such as The New York Times and Bloomberg regarding disease prevention efforts.