The Staff for the Waterborne Symposium

The Waterborne Symposium staff comprises experienced professionals and educators from the University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Polymer Science and Engineering. Our team manages symposium operations, organizes expert-led short courses, and supports cutting-edge research in coatings, polymers, inks, and adhesives. With decades of combined industry and academic experience, our staff is dedicated to providing top-tier training, advancing coatings science, and ensuring a high-quality, engaging experience for all symposium attendees.

Chairmen

Derek Patton

Director, School of Polymer Science and Engineering
Chairman, The Waterborne Symposium

Building: Polymer Science, Room 203
Phone: 601.266.4868
118 College Dr. #5050, Hattiesburg, MS 39406

James W. Rawlins

Professor of Polymer Science and Engineering
Chairman, The Waterborne Symposium

Building: Polymer Science, Room 181
Phone: 601.266.4781
Fax: 601.266.5880
118 College Dr. #5217, Hattiesburg, MS 39406

Robson F. Storey

Bennett Distinguished Professor, Emeritus
Chairman, The Waterborne Symposium

Building: Polymer Science, Room 305
Phone: 601.266.4879
118 College Dr. #5050, Hattiesburg, MS 39406

Program Managers and staff

Melanie Bryan
Manager of Finance and External Relations
Building: Polymer Science, Room 3086

Editor-in-Chief
The Annual International Waterborne, High-solids and Powder Coatings Symposium Proceedings Book 2011 - Current

Webmaster
www.waterbornesymposium.com

Marketing & Sales, Contract Negotiations, External Relations, Advertising, Sponsorship, Press Partnerships, Program Development

Phone: 601.266.4475
Email: melanie.heusser@usm.edu