Douglas A. Berthiaume is the former Chairman, President, and CEO of Waters Corporation, a leader in scientific laboratory instruments. With a degree in Chemistry from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, he led the company from 1999 until his retirement as...

Douglas A. Berthiaume is the former Chairman, President, and CEO of Waters Corporation, a leader in scientific laboratory instruments. With a degree in Chemistry from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, he led the company from 1999 until his retirement as CEO in 2015. Berthiaume’s leadership was marked by a strong focus on performance, with his annual bonuses closely tied to company metrics. Interestingly, despite his significant ownership of company stock, he declined stock options for many years, showing confidence in the company's direction. Under his guidance, Waters Corporation's market presence grew, and he navigated the company through both prosperous and challenging times, reflected in varying compensation that peaked at over $2.6 million in 2011. His tenure also saw fluctuations in the company’s insider trading value, which reached as much as $1.23 billion in 2021 before trending down. Berthiaume stepped down as President but continued as Chairman and non-executive employee, signifying his ongoing commitment to the company's vision. His journey through the ranks highlights the importance of aligning leadership decisions with company performance and shareholder interests.