Kevin Gallagher has maintained an interest in astronomy and space exploration, since he was about 10 years old, during the Gemini, and then Apollo Missions. His interest in these subjects led him to pursue a career in science and engineering. He has served as both Vice President and President of his local astronomy club in New Jersey. Kevin has been an active participant in a number of Industry and Academic organizations during his career as an executive, and also served on the Board of Visitors of the Newark College of Engineering of New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). He has authored numerous articles on personal care ingredients, and has 7 commercialized US patents. In April 2016, Kevin was awarded the prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award” in Paris. Kevin’s educational background includes a BS in Chemical Engineering from NJIT, a Certificate in Financial Controls from New York University and the Senior Executive Program of the London Business School.