Don Takehara assists faculty and researchers in obtaining funding for research all the way from ideation to submitted proposal as well as stewarding of funded projects for future funding. As a certified coach, Don also focuses his time on faculty development through assisting faculty in both career and leadership development and implementation of best practices in team science. Don has a PhD in Chemical Engineering (catalysis and reaction engineering) and his prior work includes 17 years at Dow Chemical doing chemical process and product R&D along with 9 years at Taylor University as the Director of the Center for Research & Innovation. Don also served as a teaching professor and researcher during this time at Taylor University.