Tashni-Ann Dubroy

President-Elect at Shaw University

Summary
Strong entreprenurial spirit and a unique blend of concept development with strategic execution skills. A
creative leader, adept at conceiving and articulating vision, communicating new initiatives and providing
overall program direction. Skilled at planning and goal setting for practical implementation. Experienced
leader in Process Optimization targeted towards improving cost effectiveness and efficiency, especially in the
chemical industry and academia. Integral part of creation of products and services that meet defined needs and
assist in niche marketing efforts. Masterful at selecting, training motivating and mentoring individuals to high
levels of professional achievement and bringing together diverse individuals to form a cohesive team.

Experience
President-Elect at Shaw University
May 2015 - Present (4 months)
Special Assistant to the President for Process Optimization at Shaw University
January 2014 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Analyze university performance data and academy feedback to understand business impact and propose
changes. Uses this data to determine more efficient and effective modes of operation. Recommend
areas and methods for process improvement. Coordinates working teams to communicate these methods
across the organization, sharing learnings and serve as the University champion for Management of
Change, ensuring the change process is implemented, followed and completed for all identified changes.
Act as primary liaison between the University President and Corporate stakeholders. Implemented an
energy conservation and sustainability plan, resulting in increased recycling rates and decreased energy
consumption. Within one year, identified contractual savings and investment upwards of $2M dollars
for Shaw University. Led and managed a branding and marketing effort to redo the Universitys website
and revamp its image. Raised funds for the Blount Street mural project, as part of Shaw Universitys
sesquicentennial events. Implemented online payment systems resulting in increased revenue of collected
during summer orientation. Implemented a workflow management system to improve vendor accountability
and operational process flow.
Co-Owner at Element Beauty Bar - Downtown Raleigh
November 2013 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Destined to appeal to an upscale business and leisure clientele alike, we announce the advent of Element
Beauty Bar, a non-traditional, hair color & design studio that will be located in the heart of Raleigh's budding
cosmopolitan metropolis. With two PhD chemists at our helm, we will continue to research and practice

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new technologies that will nurture hair. Element promises to be an all-round beauty exposure that very few
would have experienced in a lifetime. Opening January 2014.
Co-Founder at Brilliant & Beautiful Foundation
January 2012 - Present (3 years 8 months)
The Brilliant and Beautiful Foundation (BBF) supports the aspirations of women in scientific research and
scientific enterprise. The mission is to provide educational support, leadership, and opportunities for women
pursuing careers in science.
Chief Operations Officer at Tea and Honey Blends
2006 - Present (9 years)
1 recommendation available upon request
Chair of the Natural Sciences & Math dept. at Shaw University
January 2011 - December 2013 (3 years)
Procurement Manager at BASF Corporation
November 2009 - August 2010 (10 months)
Ensure competitive advantage in the market place with key accountabilities including:
Oversight
of strategic sourcing of $35 million RM spend in the production of BASFs raw materials supporting
Business Units. Deliver established cost savings targets through competitive bidding process, effective
negotiation, contracting, and supplier process improvements. Perform all aspects of procurement activities
in support of major initiatives including stakeholder requirement analysis and identification of bidders
list, Requests For Proposal (RFP) development, conducting competitive bid events, supplier selection,
negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance/service level tracking. Deliver cost improvement
opportunities, ensuring continuity of supply and mitigating supply risk. Establish, communicate,
and implement sourcing initiatives & business goals with internal and external stakeholders such as
Marketing, Manufacturing, R&D, Process Engineering, Technical Services, and other Procurement Center of
Excellences.
Technology Analyst at BASF Catalysts LLC
December 2007 - November 2009 (2 years)
While reporting to the Global Technology Manager supported analyzing technology opportunities and
development of strategies for CCs Process Technology Group. Provided input and collaboration efforts to
Technology Manager for advising Technology Director and CC division executives on capital investment
projects. Affirmed long-term growth and profitability and assisted in facilitation of technology know-how
transfers and exchanges with production, R&D, engineering, marketing process safety and others in the
area of Adsorbents. Accomplished and recognized for sensitive project handling that involved analysis
of divesture of businesses. Key Accountabilities: Worked on project to evaluate divestiture of failing
businesses. Project contributiion included cost of ownership and profitability analysis. Developed cost
analysis tool for business managers to use to better evaluate continuous cost improvements. Managed
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process optimization efforts at BASF global adsorbents business Delivered $1MM in savings as part of
Manufactuting Process Optimization Initiative. . Project Management of Process Optmization process
Research and Development Chemist at BASF Catalysts LLC
March 2007 - December 2007 (10 months)
Organic Synthesis of Internal Donors -components of Ziegler Natta Polyolefin catalysts. Synthesis and
characterization of target donor molecules - primary components of Ziegler Natta Polyolefin Catalysts; Set
up organic chemistry research lab in Pasadena plant and stayed within top-down budget targets Conducted
Molecular Modeling studies in order to design viable electron donors that meet target catalytic activity
Teaching Assistant at NC State University
January 2002 - January 2006 (4 years 1 month)
Graduate Research Assistant at NC State University
January 2002 - December 2004 (3 years)
2007. Multi-step organic synthesis of novel bis(semiquinone) biradicals bearing triplet ground states

Languages
Conversational Spanish

Skills & Expertise

Leadership
Project Management
Process Improvement
Business Strategy
Product Management
Process Engineering
Team Leadership
Analysis
Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Procurement
Management
Public Speaking
Negotiation
Commercialization
Manufacturing
Product Development
Competitive Analysis
Strategy
Research
Strategic Planning
Data Analysis
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Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick
MBA, Marketing, 2008 - 2010
North Carolina State University
PhD, Chemistry, 2002 - 2007
Activities and Societies: Phil Lambda Upsilon Chemistry Honor Society - President
Shaw University
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, 2000 - 2001

Interests
Business Interests: Brand Management, Marketing Personal Interests: Swimming, Reading (Anything written
by admirable leaders), Writing, Reggae Music, Country Music (shhh!)

Volunteer Experience
Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity International
September 2014 - Present (1 year)
A fun project with local organization, Service Raleigh. Went out with the Shaw University team to build a
home for a citizen in need.
Co-Founder at The Brilliant & Beautiful Foundation
January 2012 - Present (3 years 8 months)
The Brilliant and Beautiful Foundation (BBF) focuses on the advancement of women in scientific enterprise.
Its mission is to provide educational support, leadership, and opportunities for women in science. Drs.
Tiffani Bailey-Lash and Tashni Dubroy, the owners of Tea and Honey Blends, LLC, are the founders of
BBF. Both women received their doctoral degrees in Chemistry from North Carolina State University. BBF
supports the legacy of innovation, enterprise, leadership, and mentorship inspired by its founders.

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Tashni-Ann Dubroy
President-Elect at Shaw University

1 person has recommended Tashni-Ann

"Tashni-Ann is a dynamic chemist and business woman. She's using her superior knowledge in the field of
science, to develop better hair products for women of color. Her tenacity and business savvy will only lead to
her continued success and the further success of Tea and Honey Blends."
Tarice L.S. Gray, Freelance Writer, Independent, worked with Tashni-Ann at Tea and Honey Blends
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