Akash Pardeshi

Innovation Manager @ Kontoor Brands, Inc. | R&D

Greensboro, North Carolina, United States of America

Research Expertise

Research and Development
Textiles
Innovation

About

Manager, Global Innovation with 10+ years of expertise in leading pioneering product developments and drivingsignificant revenue growth. Adept at strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and implementinginnovative material solutions, consistently achieving measurable results. Passionate about expanding marketpresence globally and aligning product strategies with industry trends.

Publications

Wireless Energy Transfer

IOSR Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering / Jan 01, 2013

Pardeshi, A. (2013). Wireless Energy Transfer. IOSR Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 8(1), 69–79. https://doi.org/10.9790/1676-0816979

Dyes and dyeing processes for natural textiles and their key sustainability issues

Fundamentals of Natural Fibres and Textiles / Jan 01, 2021

Agarwal, J., & Sonia. (2021). Dyes and dyeing processes for natural textiles and their key sustainability issues. In Fundamentals of Natural Fibres and Textiles (pp. 439–472). Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-12-821483-1.00013-9

Valorization of Sulfonated Kraft Lignin as a Natural Dye for the Sustainable Dyeing of Wool Fabrics: Effect of Peroxide Oxidation

Valorization of Sulfonated Kraft Lignin as a Natural Dye for the Sustainable Dyeing of Wool Fabrics: Effect of Peroxide Oxidation. (n.d.). American Chemical Society (ACS). https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.3c04267.s001

New US patent announcement – adhesive coating for industrial diamonds

Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials / Jan 16, 2007

New US patent announcement – adhesive coating for industrial diamonds. (2007). Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials, 54(1). https://doi.org/10.1108/acmm.2007.12854aad.006

Developing Neurotrauma Guidelines

Indian Journal of Neurotrauma / Aug 01, 2019

Reilly, P. (2019). Developing Neurotrauma Guidelines. Indian Journal of Neurotrauma, 16(02/03), 076–076. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0039-3401896

Reconstruction of Baskakov operators preserving some exponential functions

Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences / Sep 04, 2018

Ozsarac, F., & Acar, T. (2018). Reconstruction of Baskakov operators preserving some exponential functions. Mathematical Methods in the Applied Sciences, 42(16), 5124–5132. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/mma.5228

Study on the Knitted Garment Pattern Design Method and Its Application

2018 4th International Conference on Social Sciences, Modern Management and Economics (SSMME 2018) / Jan 01, 2018

Study on the Knitted Garment Pattern Design Method and Its Application. (2018). 2018 4th International Conference on Social Sciences, Modern Management and Economics (SSMME 2018). https://doi.org/10.23977/ssmme.2018.62233

2013 IEEE XXXIII International Scientific Conference Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO) [Copyright notice]

2013 IEEE XXXIII International Scientific Conference Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO) / Apr 01, 2013

2013 IEEE XXXIII International Scientific Conference Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO) [Copyright notice]. (2013). 2013 IEEE XXXIII International Scientific Conference Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO), 1–1. https://doi.org/10.1109/elnano.2013.6552101

Anti HIV Using Nanorobots

IOSR Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering / Jan 01, 2013

Joshi, A. (2013). Anti HIV Using Nanorobots. IOSR Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 7(6), 84–90. https://doi.org/10.9790/1676-0768490

2013 IEEE International Symposium on Defect and Fault Tolerance in VLSI and Nanotechnology Systems (DFTS)

Oct 01, 2013

2013 IEEE International Symposium on Defect and Fault Tolerance in VLSI and Nanotechnology Systems (DFTS). (2013, October). https://doi.org/10.1109/dfts31960.2013

Education

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

MBA, Business Strategy and Innovation / May, 2022

Greensboro, North Carolina, United States of America

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Masters, NanoScience / May, 2016

Greensboro, North Carolina, United States of America

Medi-Caps University

BE, Electronics and Telecommunication / May, 2014

Indore

Experience

Kontoor Brands Inc.,

Manager, Innovation, Research and Development / January, 2023Present

Lead global product innovation for Wrangler and Lee, driving 5% annual revenue growth. Analyze market trends to guide strategic product development, enhancing brand positioning. Facilitate communication between design, marketing, and production for efficient product launches. Implement long-term innovation strategies, aligning with consumer needs and industry trends.

Sr. Material Scientist – Global Innovation / January, 2021January, 2023

Led six global innovation projects, implementing new strategies and achieving measurable results. Directed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outcomes. Developed global initiatives, enhancing product development processes and driving revenue growth. Introduced advanced material solutions, expanding market reach across Asia, EMEA, and USA.

Research Scientist – Global Innovation / January, 2018January, 2021

Developed cost estimates, process plans, and market strategies for new innovations. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions and drive project success. Conducted comprehensive landscape analysis of advanced materials, focusing on cotton, blends, andsynthetic fibers to drive innovation in textile development. Analyzed market trends and production costs, developing strategic plans for material innovations that enhanced product quality.

VF Corp

Technical Application Analyst – Finishing Innovation / January, 2017January, 1999

Evaluated material properties for innovation projects, ensuring optimal performance and production readinessthrough rigorous testing and vendor collaboration. Fostered partnerships with innovation teams, vendors, and testing labs to validate material specifications andoptimize production processes.

Research Intern / January, 2015January, 2009

Enhanced reporting accuracy, aiding in strategic decision-making processes. Analyzed production data, presenting weekly efficiency reports to upper management. Conducted color matching and fabric property tests for quality assurance.

Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering

Graduate Research Assistant / August, 2014January, 2015

Enhanced surface energy and wettability of Li-Ion battery separators through plasma treatment, boosting cycleperformance. Improved rate capacity in Li-Ion batteries, contributing to longer battery life and efficiency. Conducted research on functionalized nanomaterials in hydroponic agriculture, advancing nanotech applications in crop growth.

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