West Sales Team

Chris has over 20 years of technical, sales, and managerial experience in the coatings and printing ink markets.  His experience includes 17 years in technical manager and technical director roles for both suppliers and coating manufacturers in a global setting.  Chris has a BS in Polymer Science from the University of Southern Mississippi. Based in Richmond, Virginia, Chris is a Sales-Product champion on the national level for the supplier and customer alike.

Brian has over 18 years of technical and managerial experience supporting markets such as Coatings & Printing Inks, Release Coatings & Silicone PSAs, Home & Personal Care, and Specialty Fluids. His experience stretches across product improvement, technology innovations, and technical support through laboratory roles ranging from staff chemist to technical team leader. Brian has a BS in Chemistry from Wofford College and is based in Fort Mill, SC. He is a Product Manager with national engagement for the supplier and customer alike.

Will brings a strong analytical background and a deep understanding of the chemicals industry to Lintech’s sales organization. With proven expertise in sales, market research, pay-per-click (PPC) strategy, marketing, and product development, Will combines data-driven insight with customer-focused solutions to support growth across key accounts. He holds a Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) with a focus on Public Relations and Marketing, emphasizing sales, from Georgia Southern University. Will’s experience and commitment to client success make him a valuable resource at Lintech International.

Thomas has over 17 years of experience in the chemical industry, joining Lintech in 2017. Before joining Lintech, he held roles of increasing responsibility in R&D, technical, and sales leadership. In his current capacity, Thomas analyzes market trends, identifies growth opportunities, and creates category plans to drive business results. Thomas holds a B.Sc. in Biology and an MBA from Texas Wesleyan University. Based out of Dallas/Fort Worth, he serves as an SME at the national level.

Leading marketing and product strategy, Kerry brings her wealth of experience working at the intersection of science, strategy, and communication. Prior to joining Lintech, she worked at Gelest where she led the Applications R&D group, worked closely with customers to solve technical challenges, and led the development of a new website for improved technical communication and customer experience. Across these initiatives, she worked closely with executive leadership to develop strategic initiatives to bridge science and business. Kerry holds a Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Maryland, where she focused on emergent properties in polymer capsules, and has a number of technical publications and patents.

Dawn has over 20 years of experience in the chemical and plastics industry including customer service, sales, new business development and national account management.  As the Corporate Account Manager, her focus is on coordinating efforts between key national accounts and the Lintech team for achieving collaborative strategic priorities. Dawn has a BS in Business Management from West Chester University and is based in San Diego, CA.

Zlatko has over 8 years of technical sales, sales management, and marketing experience in the CASE industry. He has worked in several different markets: CASE, Plastics, and Rubber. Zlatko has a BS degree in Biology from Fresno Pacific University, and an MBA from Concordia University Irvine. Based in Orange County, California, Zlatko manages the West Coast Technical Sales Team. Zlatko is responsible for the West and Southwest region.

Kyle has over 25 years of technical sales, sales and marketing, and business management experience in the chemical industry.  His experience at two global chemical manufacturing organizations, and in specialty chemical distribution, provides customer support across multiple markets.  Kyle has a BS in Chemical Engineering from Rice University and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University.  Based in the Houston area, Kyle is responsible for southern Texas and northern Louisiana.

Paul Selle has over two decades of experience in technical sales, account management, and operations across the chemical manufacturing, composites, and materials science industries. His career includes roles at General Plastics, Merck, and Interplastic Corp. and his carrier is marked by consistent territory growth, strategic customer engagement, and high-value contract acquisition.

Whether launching new technologies, leading cross-functional teams, or presenting at international symposia, Paul consistently demonstrates a rare blend of technical acumen, strategic foresight, and client-centered leadership.

Paul holds a B.S. degree in Chemistry from Western Washinton University and is based in the Seattle, WA. area.

David Garland is a Technical Sales Representative serving the West/Southwest Region. He brings a strong background in technical and account-driven sales, with prior experience as an Account Manager at Brenntag within the Household, Industrial, & Institutional division. Before Brenntag, David held sales leadership roles at IKA and served as a Clinical Sales Representative at bioMérieux. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from East Carolina University and is currently enrolled in the Executive MBA program at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. David also holds a Six Sigma White Belt certification, supporting his data-driven and process-focused approach to customer solutions.

Jay Patel has experience in the C.A.S.E. (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) market, providing technical expertise and tailored solutions to customers. With a strong background in chemistry, Jay brings in-depth knowledge of C.A.S.E. applications to help customers achieve their formulation goals. He holds a degree in Chemistry from California State University, Long Beach, and is based out of Orange County, CA.

Andrea has 10 years of technical sales experience in specialty chemicals with a strong background in paints and coatings. She has additional technical experience in microbiology and environmental regulations. Andrea has a Chemical Engineering degree from Auburn University. Based in the Macon office, Andrea handles inside technical sales for all markets in the Southeast, Southwest and West.