Management Team

Doug was Founder, CEO and Chairman of Marathon Patent Group from 2012 until 2017. Doug has invested in patents and technology-related companies since 1998. Education: BA Purdue University; MBA Pepperdine University.

Former HP R&D manager for the electrokinetic film technology at HP Corvallis. Education: MS, Material Science & Engineering, Stanford University; BS, Material Science & Engineering, Cornell University

Joel was CFO of ViacomCBS Networks International, a $2.0 billion division of the global multi-media enterprise. While at ViacomCBS, Joel has been developing and leading strategic financial organizations, around the world, for over two decades.

Sheldon is a customer and value-chain-focused R&D executive who has innovated and guided the development of ground-breaking products and processes that have delivered multi-million-dollar revenue and profit contributions to leading global organizations. He has led digital transformations, optimized efficiencies, and prudently allocated resources. He has spent the last 11 years at Guardian Industries as Vice President of Research, Development, and Innovation. Prior to Guardian Industries, Sheldon worked for Cabot Corporation for 12 years in various research and development roles. Sheldon is an inventor with granted US patents and holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.

With over three decades of experience in product development, process development, and manufacturing operations, Vandal has spearheaded pivotal advancements in the glass industry. He recently served as the Senior Director of R&D at Guardian Glass LLC, contributing significantly to key developments such as tempered vacuum insulating glass. His leadership has led to numerous successful global product launches across various areas of the glass industry. His extensive expertise will be instrumental in advancing our Dynamic Tint™ technology to market, developing our manufacturing capability, and accelerating the launch of Crown Smart Inserts.

Jon was Software Engineering Manager and Architect at Lightspeed Aviation, the leader in aviation headsets and accessories. Jon has more than 28 years of experience in the software development arena.

Operations and project management veteran with 18 years of experience in directing large scale infrastructure works, commercial construction, major earthworks, and utility construction utilizing trenchless technology.