Dan Strong, MBA
About Dan Strong, MBA
Dan Strong, MBA, is a Senior New Product Development Manager at Spectrum Brands, Inc, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and has extensive experience in product development and engineering.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Dan Strong has been employed at Spectrum Brands, Inc since 2017, currently holding the position of Senior New Product Development Manager. In this role, he manages a small technical team that focuses on product development for various international markets, including the UK, Europe, Australia, China, and South America. Prior to this position, he served as New Product Development Manager from 2015 to 2017 and as Senior Engineer in Research and Development from 2014 to 2015. His responsibilities include utilizing consumer feedback and quantitative research to refine products during the final development stages.
Education and Expertise
Dan Strong earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, studying from 2006 to 2009. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at the same institution, completing his studies from 2013 to 2016. His educational background combines technical engineering knowledge with business management skills, equipping him for roles in product development and engineering.
Background
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Dan Strong worked at Halliburton in various technical roles. He served as an Associate Technical Professional from 2010 to 2011 and as a Technical Professional in Production Enhancement from 2011 to 2012, both in Williston, North Dakota. Additionally, he gained experience as a Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-op at Harley-Davidson Motor Company in 2008, which provided him with insights into engineering processes and product development.
Achievements
During his tenure at Spectrum Brands, Dan Strong contributed to the creation of a new product category for the Russell Hobbs brand. He leveraged insights from ethnographic research conducted in the UK and Europe to inform product development. His role also includes participation in the vendor selection process for key projects across the UK, Europe, and North America, highlighting his involvement in strategic decision-making within the company.