Alexa A. Dembek, PhD

Doer
DISC Type : ds

CoorsTek Board Member at CoorsTek, Inc.

Greater Philadelphia, United States

Overview

Alexa A. Dembek is a seasoned executive with over 30 years at DuPont, culminating as Chief Technology and Sustainability Officer. She now focuses on board service and strategic advising for companies like CoorsTek and Altar, leveraging her deep expertise in business-driven innovation, advanced materials, and sustainability. She holds a Ph. D. in Chemistry from Penn State University.

Described as a born problem-solver and innovator, Alexa is passionate about enabling innovation to flourish and champions an entrepreneurial mindset. She is an ardent supporter of the next generation of innovators, focusing on talent development and inclusion to foster collaboration with customers and strategic partners.

Unique fact: Alexa was elected to the National Academy of Engineering, one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer.

Personality Overview

Deliberate Doer

Strategic Planner

Results Focused

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Sustainable Innovation
As former Chief Technology and Sustainability Officer at DuPont, she is passionate about elevating the role sustainability plays in investment decisions and portfolio choices.
Customer-led Innovation
A core theme of her career has been fostering close collaboration with customers to drive growth and ensure innovations are market-oriented and responsive.
Advanced Materials
Her career has focused on solutions in advanced materials for electronics, aerospace, safety, and automotive industries, leading to significant commercialization success.

Media Appearances

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Work History

6-2021
CoorsTek Board Member at CoorsTek, Inc.
12-2025
Strategic Advisor at Altara
1-2023
dss+ Impact Advisory Board at dss+
6-2019 - 11-2025
DuPont Chief Technology and Sustainability Officer at DuPont
9-2017 - 11-2025
Innovation Space Board Member at The Innovation Space

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Penn State University
Bachelor’s Degree from Northern Illinois University

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Insights For Selling To Alexa A.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Alexa A. is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Alexa A.

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Alexa A. move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Alexa A. take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Alexa A.

Personality Compatibility


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