The ChemQuest Group announced the appointment of Roudabeh (Rudi) Heshmatazad as a director. ChemQuest is a global consulting firm serving the specialty materials industry with services including business strategy, technology acceleration, market intelligence, and M&A advisory.

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Heshmatazad brings more than 25 years of experience leading innovation and business development across consumer goods, coatings, and specialty materials. She previously held roles at BEHR Paint Co., Bosch Home Appliances Corp., and Delta Faucet Co., where she most recently served as director of new business exploration and product innovation. She is also the founder and CEO of RAIRE Chocolate, a premium nutraceutical chocolate brand.

“I’m excited to now be part of a team that brings such depth, clarity, and impact to clients navigating technology development, market expansion, and transformative growth,” Heshmatazad said.

“Rudi will lend her considerable expertise to supporting our clients in identifying and developing strategies that prioritize long-term profitable growth,” said Daniel Murad, CEO of ChemQuest.

Heshmatazad holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Azad Tehran University, an MBA from DeVry University, and a business strategy certification from Harvard Business School Online.