Jerome Smith serves as a Co-Director of and volunteer mentor for the MIT VMS Outreach Training Program. Jerome has over 37 years of leadership experience in the chemical, polymer, medical and imaging industries, and a proven track record as a turnaround specialist at the senior executive level. He transformed four global DuPont businesses to become strong, profitable, and competitive units. Jerome is a recognized leader in national and local non-profit organizations and has led strategic planning and development efforts for large and diverse groups. He earned a BS in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas and an MBA from the University of Delaware.