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Meet our team

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Education:

  • B.S. Biology, University of Pittsburgh, Bradford PA (2001)

  • MBA, St. Bonaventure University, Allegany NY (2015)

Helen Schuster

President

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I am a dedicated and creative business professional with a strong technical acumen, driven by strategic thinking and problem-solving. My career, shaped by a blend of technical development and customer relationship building, reflects a passion for innovation. As the Owner/President of HMS Technical Development, I collaborate on cutting-edge projects in the Oil & Gas, Construction, and Mining industries, specializing in customized product development, asset protection from corrosion, wear & fugitive dust, managing the big picture, ordering & logistics management to get what you need where you need it.
 

During my tenure as Business Development Director and Commercial Project Manager at Carus Corporation, I optimized accountability systems, launched core products, and fostered key partnerships. At American Refining Group, Inc., I wore multiple hats, successfully managing new product development, including a notable dust suppressant for silica sand.

Certifications and Memberships:

  • Radiation Safety Officer – Nuclear Regulatory Commission

  • Chemical Hygiene Officer – American Chemical Society 

  • Certification in Effective Technical Writing – American Chemical Society

  • Penn York Section Chair - American Chemical Society

  • MSHA Certification 500-48(b)

  • ISO 9001:2000 System Auditor – ASQ Chemical and Process Division

  • Leadership McKean – Leadership Training in McKean County PA

  • Member of St. Bonaventure panel dedicated to the advancement of STEM education

  • Leadership Flight School Leadership Training - Bartell & Bartell

  • Project Management Professional Certification program at Loyola University, Chicago

  • Bradford Area School District Board Member 

  • Patents: https://patents.justia.com/inventor/helen-m-cummiskey

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Education:

  • B.S. Geology, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

  • MBA, Geology & Geochemistry, University of Kansas

Maggie Graham

Geologist

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Maggie is a geologist with a passion for transforming scientific fundamentals into innovative ideas and practical applications. With a background in geologic processes, specialty metal alloys, refractories, and the glass industries, she brings a wealth of technical knowledge to her work. She is a driven and creative problem solver, constantly seeking new challenges to expand her expertise.

 

In addition to her technical skills, Maggie is a trained ISO:9001-2015 Auditor, ensuring that her work meets the highest quality standards. Her specialties include physical and chemical analysis of solids, XRF, ICP-OES, LA-ICP-OES, scanning electron microscope and other microscopic analysis, XRD, glass corrosion testing, and data analysis.

 

Her commitment to continuous learning and growth makes her a valuable asset to any project. Her ability to analyze complex data and generate innovative solutions sets her apart in the field of geology.

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Education:

B.S. Business, University of Pittsburgh

Larissa Buckner
Special Projects Coordinator

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As a Special Projects Coordinator, she surpasses client and leadership’s expectations in customer service, management of multiple projects, time management, confidentiality, decision making, planning, and research. With a proven track record of efficiency and dedication, she excels in navigating the complexities of administrative support while ensuring seamless operations.

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