David Keifer

Biography

 David started his career as a Tool and Die Maker while working on his undergraduate degree at Western Michigan University. After becoming a Journeyman he worked at General Motors as a Die Engineer, where he managed various new technology such as hydro-forming and sheet metal laminate programs. Fascinated by the benefits of custom laminate materials, he joined Material Sciences Corporation (MSC) as a Technical Specialist and Resident Forming Expert. After completing his MBA at Michigan State University he was promoted to the Automotive Sales organization. Soon after David was asked to join a newly formed Consumer and Industrial group at MSC where he met Dan Bullard. Together, with their shared passion for engineering solutions and outside the box thinking, they developed and sold new specialty materials to the Consumer and Industrial markets. Their success led David to a Consumer and Industrial Product Line Director position, where he was responsible for the supply chain, pricing, and profitability. In November of 2012 David joined the Arcanum founding team as Director of Sales. His experience in manufacturing, product management, sales, and industry knowledge is a tremendous asset to our team.

Research Interest

 Advanced materials industries