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COLORADO SPRINGS (Jun. 3, 2026) – During today’s Annual Business Meeting, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) approved 17 individuals to serve on its board of directors for extended terms beginning January 1, 2027.

“Our Board of Directors brings together leaders with exceptional experience across the chemical and plastics industry,” said Chris Jahn, President and CEO, ACC. “In a time of heightened global competition and rapidly changing business environments, their leadership helps ensure ACC remains focused on strengthening U.S. competitiveness and supporting innovation across the industry. I’m thankful for their continued commitment to advancing a world made better by chemistry.”

The ACC board of directors sets council policy, provides strategic direction, and approves advocacy priorities and the annual budget. The following individuals were approved to serve extended terms on the ACC board of directors:

For terms beginning on January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029:

  • Wade Alleman, OxyChem
  • Venki Chandrashekar, AmSty
  • Halsey Cook, Milliken & Company
  • Peter Huntsman, Huntsman Corporation
  • Yaniv Kabalek, ICL
  • Erin Kane, AdvanSix
  • Elias Lacerda, Evonik Corporation
  • Rebecca Liebert, The Lubrizol Corporation
  • Marchoe Northern, Procter & Gamble
  • Guillermo Novo, Ashland LLC
  • Adam Peters, American Air Liquide Holdings, Inc.
  • Alastair Port, Indorama Ventures
  • Steve Prusak, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP
  • Larry Ryan, Nouryon
  • David Sewell, Solstice Advanced Materials
  • Peter Vanacker, LyondellBasell
  • Jorge Young, Alpek Polyester, USA LLC

Learn more about ACC membership.

American Chemistry Council

The American Chemistry Council’s mission is to advocate for the people, policy, and products of chemistry that make the United States the global leader in innovation and manufacturing. To achieve this, we: Champion science-based policy solutions across all levels of government; Drive continuous performance improvement to protect employees and communities through Responsible Care®; Foster the development of sustainability practices throughout ACC member companies; and Communicate authentically with communities about challenges and solutions for a safer, healthier and more sustainable way of life. Our vision is a world made better by chemistry, where people live happier, healthier, and more prosperous lives, safely and sustainably—for generations to come.