Kathleen Hartnett
About Kathleen Hartnett
Kathleen Hartnett serves as the Senior Director of Product Marketing at SLD Laser, a position she has held since 2019. With a strong background in product management and marketing, she has previously worked at notable companies such as Lumileds, Spectra-Physics, and DuPont.
Work at SLD Laser
Kathleen Hartnett has served as the Senior Director of Product Marketing at SLD Laser since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing product marketing strategies and initiatives. Her leadership is characterized by a hands-on approach, which has contributed to the company's focus on innovation and market development. Hartnett's experience in the semiconductor industry supports her efforts in aligning product offerings with market needs.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining SLD Laser, Kathleen Hartnett held several key positions in product management and marketing. She worked at Lumileds as the Senior Director of Product Management and Marketing from 2009 to 2018. Prior to that, she was a Senior Product Marketing Manager at Spectra-Physics from 1997 to 2005. Hartnett also gained experience at DuPont, where she held various roles including Product Manager for DuPont Superconductivity and DuPont Separation Systems, and Development Representative for DuPont Process Instruments.
Educational Background
Kathleen Hartnett has a strong educational foundation in business and physics. She earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics at the University of Delaware from 1992 to 1995. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science (MS) in Applied Physics from the Oregon Graduate Institute, completed from 1985 to 1988. Hartnett also participated in the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program at Stanford University Graduate School of Business from 2016 to 2019, and she received her Bachelor of Arts (AB) in Physics from Bowdoin College from 1979 to 1983.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Kathleen Hartnett possesses a deep technical background in semiconductor diode laser design, supported by her MS in Applied Physics. She is skilled in developing strategic and technology roadmaps, which are essential for new product introductions and market development. Her expertise extends to competitive positioning and business development, particularly within product management and marketing. Hartnett is also experienced in leading global cross-functional teams and fostering innovation through strategic partner co-creation.