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Amanda Hickman

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VP, ESS Research and Sustainability at Honeywell
📍 Des Plaines, Illinois, United States

Amanda Hickman is the VP of ESS Research and Sustainability at Honeywell, where she leads the development of next-generation technologies for the energy transition. With a PhD from the University of Michigan, her expertise spans clean hydrogen, carbon capture, and sustainable aviation fuels.

Amanda is passionate about bridging technology and business to deliver clean energy solutions. She actively participates in industry dialogues, sharing insights at forums like the American Chemical Society and the Future of Energy Summit to help shape a more resilient energy future.

One of her scientific publications on the direct arylation of naphthalene was featured on the cover of a peer-reviewed journal.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
VP, ESS Research and Sustainability
Job Level
Senior
Location
Des Plaines, Illinois, United States
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Energy Transition
Her role and public speaking focus on developing technologies and pathways for a sustainable energy future, including LNG, renewables, and low-carbon hydrogen.
Sustainable Technology
Leads R&D for next-generation sustainable technologies at Honeywell, driving growth through innovations in clean energy, carbon capture, and biodegradable surfactants.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
VP, ESS Research and Sustainability
Honeywell
9-2023 - 4-2025
Senior Director, Research
Honeywell UOP
4-2021 - 9-2023
Sr. Manager Exploratory Research
Honeywell UOP
7-2019 - 4-2021
Principal R&D Scientist/Engineer
Honeywell UOP
11-2016 - 7-2019
Lead R&D Scientist/Engineer Olefins and Detergents Development
Honeywell UOP
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Education
2007 - 2011
PhD
University of Michigan
2003 - 2007
BS
Harvey Mudd College
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