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Nanophase Technologies Corporation (NANX) is a health-oriented, science-driven company that operates primarily in the beauty and life sciences markets. The company focuses on the development, manufacturing, and sale of skin health products and advanced materials. NANX sells prestige skin care products with mineral-based UV protection and advanced materials used in various industrial applications.
- Solésence® - Develops and markets prestige skin care products with mineral-based UV protection, leveraging proprietary technologies to enhance product performance and aesthetics.
- Personal Care Ingredients - Provides active pharmaceutical ingredients for manufacturers of sunscreens and daily care products.
- Advanced Materials - Supplies products for architectural coatings, industrial coating applications, abrasion-resistant additives, plastics additives, and surface finishing technologies.
| Name | Position | External Roles | Short Bio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jess A. Jankowski Executive | President, CEO, CFO | Advisory Board Member, Nanobusiness Commercialization Association | Joined NANX in 1995. Held multiple financial and leadership roles before becoming CEO. Extensive experience in operations, business development, and finance. | View Report → |
Kevin Cureton Executive | Chief Operating Officer | None | Joined NANX in 2012. Previously VP of Sales, Marketing, and Business Development. Promoted to COO in 2019. Over 20 years of experience in the chemical industry, particularly in personal care. | |
Laura M. Beres Board | Director | VP, Merchandising, Strategy & Growth at Ulta Beauty; Board Member, Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras | Joined NANX Board in 2020. Extensive experience in corporate strategy and operations, particularly in retail and consumer industries. Leads strategic initiatives at Ulta Beauty. | |
Mark E. Miller Board | Director | None | Joined NANX Board in 2023. Former President and COO of Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC. Over 36 years of leadership experience in specialty materials and chemicals, particularly in personal care and pharma sectors. | |
R. Janet Whitmore Board | Chair of the Board of Directors | None | Joined NANX Board in 2003. Former Mobil Corporation executive with expertise in finance and engineering. Founder of Benton Consulting, LLC. |
- You mentioned the potential to achieve 40% gross margins through operational improvements; what specific operational challenges could prevent you from reaching this target, and how do you plan to address them?
- With your current capacity positioned to handle over $100 million in sales, what are the bottlenecks in production that might hinder scaling up, and what investments are needed to meet the growing demand in 2025?
- As you consider expanding into higher-volume, lower-cost markets, how will this strategy impact your profit margins and brand positioning, and what measures are you taking to maintain high-quality growth?
- Given the risks of tariffs affecting your supply chain from China, how confident are you in your diversified supply sources, and what remaining vulnerabilities exist in your procurement strategy?
- Considering the discussion around uplisting to a major exchange to improve liquidity and access to capital, what concrete steps are you taking toward this goal, and what challenges might delay this process?
Recent developments and announcements about NANX.
8-K Filings
8-K Filing
·2 days agoFinancial ExhibitsBylaw ChangesView full 8-K filing →Nanophase Technologies Corporation filed a Certificate of Amendment on March 10, 2025 in Delaware, changing its name to Solesence, Inc. The amendment became effective upon filing, marking a key step in its rebranding strategy.