Women in Chemicals: Recent Episodes
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Women in Chemical's Kylie Wittl and Amelia Greene interview a member of our community to hear their experiences and seek advice regarding succeeding as a woman in the chemical industry.
Women in Chemical's interview, Jamie Alley, Plant and R&D Chemist at Ingevity, for Woman of the Week 7/29/2026.
Women in Chemical's interview, Nathalie Shahabian, Principal Director - Life Sciences at LBB Specialties, for Woman of the Week 7/2/2026.
This panel explores what effective allyship truly looks like in practice, why it matters for both performance and culture, and how it can be sustained beyond moments of heightened attention or intent —across roles, regions, and career stages.
This panel cuts through the ambiguity to explore how allyship shows up in real decisions, real moments, and real careers. Industry leaders across the global chemical sector share candid stories and practical examples that connect allyship to stronger teams, better performance, and cultures where people feel safe to contribute and grow.
Women in Chemical's interview, Kate Nagle, STEM Education and Workforce Consultant at Coalition Outcomes, for Woman of the Week 6/26/2026.
The session emphasizes that storytelling is not a “soft skill,” but a strategic capability that enables people to clearly communicate ideas, inspire action, and influence outcomes—regardless of title or background.
The webinar reinforces that when storytelling is used with intention, it becomes a powerful way to elevate voices, align teams, and support more inclusive and effective leadership across the chemical industry.
Women in Chemical's interview, Annemarie Schneider, Head of Global Key Accounts Non-Food at Jungbunzlauer, for Woman of the Week 6/10/2026.
Women in Chemical's interview, Kayla Kordish, Procurement Manager at Henkel, for Woman of the Week 5/27/2026.
Artificial intelligence is increasingly present across the chemical workplace, from commercial and supply chain roles to operations, quality, and leadership. While AI tools can improve efficiency and accelerate learning, the real advantage comes from understanding how to use them intentionally and responsibly.
Attendees will leave with clearer understanding of AI use, a structured way to think about innovation in safety-conscious, compliance-driven environments, and actionable tips that help them leverage AI for strategic thinking that can lead to career growth.
Women in Chemical's interview, Dafne Burgos, Senior Business Manager at Innophos, for Woman of the Week 5/14/2026.
Women in Chemical's interview, Dinora Rosas, Direct Procurement Team Manager at Eastman, for Woman of the Week 4/22/2026.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Tift Shepherd, Senior HR Executive and former CHRO for Woman of the Week 4/15/2026.
Join Women in Chemicals for a dynamic virtual panel discussion, The Gift of Feedback: Turning Insight into Impact, where senior leaders from across the industry will share candid insights on how to give, receive, and act on feedback in ways that create real momentum.
Our panelists will unpack what makes feedback credible and actionable, how to deliver hard messages with clarity and care, and how to extract value from feedback even when it’s uncomfortable or imperfect.
Designed for professionals at all stages of their careers, this conversation will move beyond theory and into application. You’ll leave with practical strategies you can put into action immediately—whether that’s navigating a tough conversation, responding to feedback with confidence, or deciding what input to act on (and what to set aside).
Women in Chemical's interviews, Rose Harper, Senior Marketing Associate at Morgan Latif, for Woman of the Week 3/23/2026.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Eria Young, Supply Chain Manager at Koppers Inc. for Woman of the Week 3/10/2026.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, Women in Chemicals hosted our annual Women in the Workplace event in partnership with McKinsey & Company and LeanIn.Org. The session highlights key insights from the 2025 Women in the Workplace Report—the leading study on women’s advancement and workplace realities in corporate America.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Katie Hess, Executive Director at Women in Chemicals for Woman of the Week 2/20/2026.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Johnnjalyn Gilliam Quality Director at Chemtrade for Woman of the Week 2/9/2026.
Celebrate Women in Chemicals’ Five-Year Anniversary — A Conversation with Our Co-Founders. A 60-minute virtual fireside chat as we mark five years of building a global community that champions diversity, collaboration, and stronger leadership across the chemical industry. Our co-founders, Kylie Wittl and Amelia Greene, will share insights on what we’ve accomplished together, what’s next, and how every leader—men and women—can step up as allies to drive progress.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Christine Mendoza-Frohn EVP Sales EMEA and LATAM at Covestro for Woman of the Week 2/4/2026.
On January 20th, Women in Chemicals started off the new year with a chemical markets outlook! Watch this recorded presentation on the current state of the chemical industry from the team at ICIS (Independent Commodity Intelligence Services), State of the Industry with ICIS, to get insights on the economic forecasts, supply chain challenges, and sustainability trends that will define the chemical industry in 2026.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Coralie Deglon, F&PA Specialist at Coalition Culture for Woman of the Week 1/26/2026.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Elizabeth Kincheloe, Account Executive at Highway Transport for Woman of the Week 1/12/2026.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Els Duffhues, Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging officer and Global Learning Director at ICL Group for Woman of the Week 12/22/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Jessica Quearry, CFO at Suffolk for Woman of the Week 12/08/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Roseanna Bennett, Business Manager at Harcros for Woman of the Week 11/24/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Julie Roberts, President, Director, Supplier Growth at Chempoint for Woman of the Week 11/10/2025.
Join Women in Chemical for a deeply meaningful panel that addresses the realities of grieving while working. This event offers insights and support for professionals who have faced personal loss while maintaining their careers. Featuring a diverse representation of experiences, including the loss of an immediate family member, child, pregnancy, or spouse, our panelists will share their journeys in an open and supportive discussion. Together, we will explore the challenges and strategies for navigating grief in the workplace, fostering a compassionate and understanding community.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Brenda Kelly, President, Materials Technologies at Grace for Woman of the Week 10/27/2025.
In partnership with Clariant, Women in Chemical proudly hosted a Leading & Communicating Across Borders webinar with Shauna Moran, Founder, Shauna Moran Coaching. In today's global work environment, leading and communicating across borders present unique challenges, especially for remote and hybrid teams. This interactive workshop offered practical strategies for managing teams spread across different time zones and cultural backgrounds. Participants learned best practices for effective communication, fostering team cohesion and navigating cultural differences.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the challenges and opportunities of leading across borders.
- Best practices for communication in remote and hybrid teams.
- Strategies for managing time zone differences and maintaining alignment.
- Tools to respect and navigate cultural differences.
- Steps to enhance collaboration and trust in global teams.
This webinar was sponsored by Clariant.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Vera-Maria Pitot, Commercial Excellence Leader at LyondellBasell for Woman of the Week 10/13/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Alessandra Pradella, Financial Controller at Wego for Woman of the Week 9/29/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Sanja Magdeburg, Vice President Supply Chain EMEA Brenntag Specialties at Brenntag for Woman of the Week 9/08/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Debora Costa, Vice President, EHS at Bakelite for Woman of the Week 8/25/2025.
Join Women in Chemical for an empowering webinar that explores the transformative power of saying "no." Discover how setting boundaries can propel your career forward, enhance your work-life balance, and lead to more fulfilling "yes" moments. This session will provide practical strategies for confidently saying no, understanding its importance, and leveraging it to achieve your professional and personal goals. We'll delve into why women often struggle with saying no and how embracing this skill can be a game-changer.
Key Takeaways:
- Empowerment Through Boundaries: Understand the importance of saying no to maintain healthy boundaries, prevent burnout, and prioritize well-being.
- Strategic Career Advancement: Learn how saying no can help focus on high-impact tasks, leading to better performance and career progression.
- Enhanced Work-Life Balance: Discover how setting boundaries contributes to a balanced and fulfilling life, ensuring time for personal interests and relaxation.
- Confident Decision-Making: Build confidence in making intentional choices that align with your values and goals, leading to more meaningful and rewarding "yes" moments.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Sasha Calder, Founder at Resilience for Woman of the Week 8/11/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Mihaela Iordanova, Regional Sales Manager at Jungbunzlauer for Woman of the Week 7/28/2025.
An engaging virtual panel event centered around the concept of a growth mindset. This transformative session is designed to empower you to cultivate a growth mindset and elevate your perspective, drawing on the insights and experiences of leading professionals who have successfully harnessed this powerful approach.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Sandeep Kaur, Sales Engineer at Henkel for Woman of the Week 7/14/2025.
Join Women in Chemicals and CEW for a panel on strategic networking and building authentic, lasting connections. Learn how to intentionally grow a well-rounded network, identify key mentors and sponsors, and overcome challenges like time constraints and self-doubt. Our experts will share tips on maintaining relationships over time and leveraging your network for career growth. Walk away with actionable insights to build, sustain, and activate a powerful professional network.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Karen Winkowski, Vice President - Innovation at Innophos for Woman of the Week 6/23/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Pooja Aggarwal, Conference Marketing Coordinator at Women in Chemicals for Woman of the Week 6/9/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Rashda Khan, Senior Director of Product Innovation at Barentz for Woman of the Week 5/26/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Val Mosher, Senior Manager, Program Management at Univar Solutions for Woman of the Week 5/12/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Kaitlyn Ray, Business Director - Base Oils and Extracts at American Refining Group, Inc. for Woman of the Week 4/28/2025.
We hosted an empowering virtual webinar led by April Yeager, Senior Vice President & General Manager at Essential Ingredients, designed to equip women with the tools and techniques needed to excel in negotiations. This session provided valuable insights and practical strategies to help women navigate and succeed in various negotiation scenarios, from salary discussions to business deals.
Key Topics discussed:
- Mastering the Negotiation Process: Understanding the key stages and how to prepare effectively.
- Building Confidence: Learning techniques to boost self-assurance and overcome negotiation anxiety.
- Effective Communication: Discovering strategies for clear, assertive, and persuasive communication.
- Addressing Gender Bias: Exploring ways to handle and overcome gender-related challenges in negotiations.
This webinar is ideal for women at all career stages who want to enhance their negotiation skills and achieve better outcomes in their professional and personal lives.
This event was sponsored by GreenChem.
Women in Chemical's interviews, Suzie Douglas, Regional Manufacturing Manager at Chemtrade for Woman of the Week 4/14/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews Sneh Pandey, Manager of HR and Administration, Clean Air’s SBU at Johnson Matthey for Woman of the Week 3/24/2025.
We celebrated International Women's Day by delving into the findings of the Women in the Workplace 2025 report by McKinsey & Company, in partnership with LeanIn.Org. This landmark study, now in its tenth year, provided a comprehensive analysis of the progress and challenges faced by women in corporate America.
You can read the report here.
Following the presentation of reported results, Christine Johnson of McKinsey & Company, facilitated an insightful panel discussion with distinguished women in the industry:
- Tatiana Berardinelli, Chief Human Resources Officer at Clariant
- Alison Jones, Chief Strategy Officer at ICIS
- Michelle Wu, Chief Digital Data & Technology Officer at Brenntag
- The panel discussion was moderated by Christine Johnson, Partner at Global management consulting | McKinsey & Company
This event was sponsored by Clariant.
Women in Chemical's interviews Linda Armitage, NA Business and Product Manager at Arkema for Woman of the Week 3/10/2025.
On February 18th, Women in Chemicals celebrated its four-year anniversary during a fireside chat with your co-founders, Kylie Wittl & Amelia Greene. We chatted about what was accomplished in our fourth year, key updates and current and future programs.
In the engaging discussion, we welcomed insights and Q/A from our growing leadership team:
🌟 Christine Grybos - Takeaways from Women in Chemicals Conference 2024
🤝 Sara Manganelli - Experiences from the Leadership Offsite
💡Kasia Jankowska - Perspective on the Mentorship Program
🙋🏽♀️ Pooja Aggarwal, Stephanie Folkmire, Jessica Quearry, Linda Madden, Sandeep Kaur & Vera-Maria Pitot - Q/A
🚀 Amber Thichangchong - A Look at 2025 and Beyond
This event was sponsored by TRiiSO.
Women in Chemical's interviews Melissa Rus, Vice President at Garland Industries, Inc for Woman of the Week 2/24/2025.
On January 30th, Women in Chemicals started off the new year with a chemical markets outlook! Watch this recorded presentation on the current state of the chemical industry from the team at ICIS (Independent Commodity Intelligence Services), State of the Industry with ICIS, to get insights on the economic outlook, sustainability & circularity initiatives & trends, supply/demand imbalances, and other major supply chain trends for 2025.
Panelists included:
- Kevin Swift - Senior Economist, Global Chemicals
- Alex Lidback - Vice President, Head of Chemical Analytics
- Corbin Olson- Senior Analyst/Researcher, Plastics Recycling
- Joshua Dill - Analyst, Plastics Recycling
This event was sponsored by Chemformation.
Click HERE to download the slides from this event.
Women in Chemical's interviews Claire Brendel, Senior Operations Manager at Twin Rivers Technologies for Woman of the Week 2/10/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews Kaoni Rhodes, Director of Quality, Safety, Health, and Environment at Brenntag for Woman of the Week 1/27/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews Amber Thichangthong, Executive Director at Women in Chemicals for Woman of the Week 1/13/2025.
Women in Chemical's interviews Danielle Wisecup, Customer Experience and Logistics Manager at Coalition Culture for Woman of the Week 12/23/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Nikisha Horn, Director of Product Development at Solo Laboratories, Inc, for Woman of the Week 12/9/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Haley Beste, Safety Manager at Harcros, for Woman of the Week 11/25/2024.
Discover the secrets of Executive Presence in our upcoming webinar! This session is all about boosting your personal impact. Expect to walk away with practical tips on making a strong impression.
Learn how to stand out professionally with just three key elements:
- How you carry yourself (Gravitas)
- How you speak (Communication)
- How you look (Appearance)
Gravitas is the game-changer, communication is your power tool, and appearance is the finishing touch.
Women in Chemical's interviews Sofia Edwards, Key Account Manager at Nouryon, for Woman of the Week 11/11/2024.
An enlightening virtual event, “Embrace Balance,” where we delve into practical self-care and learn to set clear expectations. This event is designed to equip you with the tools and insights necessary to cultivate a harmonious life, both personally and professionally.
It’s the perfect season to reflect and set intentions for a better you. As we bid farewell to this year, seize the chance to nurture your well-being and enter the new year with a fresh mindset.
Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, improve work-life balance, or simply invest in your mental health, this event is tailored to meet you where you are on your self-care journey.
Women in Chemical's interviews Ana Taborda, Senior Account Executive at Wego Chemical, for Woman of the Week 10/21/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Nicky Burbidge, VP/GM Fine Chemical Products at Thermo Fisher Scientific, for Woman of the Week 10/07/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Simone Hain, Sr. Technology Manager, Operation at Grace, for Woman of the Week 09/23/2024.
An engaging webinar dives into the subconscious prejudices that shape our views and actions. We all have biases. This course will equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to identify and mitigate them so we can promote fairness in all aspects of our lives.
Grab this opportunity to make real change, focusing on your own development and helping society move forward. Let’s discover together how to steer the influences within us with clear intent & purpose.
Women in Chemical's interviews Vera Stoeva, Chief Operating Officer at SOCMA, for Woman of the Week 09/2/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Kumud Goyal, Business Leader in the Chemicals & Materials Space, for Woman of the Week 08/26/2024.
In today’s diverse workforce, generational diversity is more pronounced than ever. People & Organizations that recognize and leverage the strengths of each generation gain a significant competitive advantage. In this enlightening panel discussion, where we celebrate and honor the distinctive contributions of every generation. By doing so, we cultivate a forward-looking, harmonious workplace that thrives on diversity.
Panelists Include:
- Laura Boninsegni – VP, FP&R and Regional Finance Leader, Bakelite Synthetics
- Kayla Kordish– Purchasing Expert – Project KAM, Henkel
- Robin Becker–Sr Distribution Manager, Jungbunzlauer
This event will be moderated by Julie Cava, Sr Sales Representative, Stepan Company.
Women in Chemical's interviews Tanaisha Pennix, Technical Sales Leader - Beauty and Personal Care, Vantage, for Woman of the Week 08/12/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Kimberly Goodwin, Account Manager, Bakelite, for Woman of the Week 07/22/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Ariona Smith, R&D Technical Project Manager II, Bath & Body Works, for Woman of the Week 07/08/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Terry Lee-smith, SVP, Operations, LBB Specialties, for Woman of the Week 06/24/2024.
Discover the transformative impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in this webinar, featuring Camille Goleb, Program Manager, Inclusion & Diversity at Koppers. Join us as we delve into the essence of diversity and inclusion, dispel common misconceptions, and underscore the immense value of fostering an inclusive workplace.
Women in Chemical's interviews Lori Ana Valentin, Founder, Radiant Journey, for Woman of the Week 06/10/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Stephanie Folkmire, Process Engineer, Koppers, for Woman of the Week 05/27/2024.
"Self Advocacy: A Guide to Getting What You Want & Need". Self-advocacy isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Practicing self-advocacy allows you to recognize your worth, assert your value, and navigate your career and personal journey with confidence. By advocating for yourself, you create a positive impact on your career, organization, and personal well-being.
We've partnered with Dow to produce this empowering panel discussion that promises to be a turning point in how you view and practice self-advocacy in both personal and professional realms. This event is more than a conversation; it's a call to action for women in the chemical industry to embrace their power, advocate for their needs, and redefine what it means to be a leader.
Participants will leave the panel with the practical tools, newfound confidence, and a strategic mindset, ready to conquer professional challenges and achieve remarkable outcomes. Don’t miss this transformative opportunity for personal and professional growth!
Panelists include:
- Margherita Fontana – Commercial Director, DOW EMEAI
- Lucy Kallin – Executive Director EMEA, Catalyst
- Damla Alışan– CEO at Alışan Logistic
- Morgan Dart - Production Manager, Caprolactam Technology at BASF
This event was moderated by Amelia Greene - Global Product Manager at Wego Chemical Group and Executive Director of Women in Chemicals.
Remember, self-advocacy isn’t just about you—it’s about creating positive change and redefining leadership.
This event was sponsored by Univar Solutions.
Women in Chemical's interviews Dahlia Haynes, Sr. Manager, International Registration and Regulatory Compliance Expert, SC Johnson, for Woman of the Week 05/06/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Danielle Wedral Licata, Regional Sales Manager, Jungbunzlauer, for Woman of the Week 04/29/2024.
In this transformative webinar, participants will explore the integration of Adult Learning and Growth Mindset principles, gaining practical insights into setting and achieving challenging objectives. Attendees will learn how to practice, coach, and reinforce behaviors to attain these goals.
By the end of the webinar, participants will be equipped with tools to:
- Take accountability for results
- Establish ambitious goals
- Cultivate collaborative relationships
- Inspire action
- Enhance team capability
Expect to leave with newfound confidence, energy, and a strategic mindset, ready to tackle professional challenges and achieve outstanding outcomes.
Women in Chemicals partnered with Christine Johnson and Kun Lueck from McKinsey & Company for an exclusive deep dive into the latest Women in the Workplace report – the most extensive study of women in corporate America. Explore the findings, HR policies, and effective diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
Following the presentation of this years' results, Christine will facilitate an insightful panel discussion on the actual experiences of women in industry featuring industry powerhouses:
- Lee Polance, Vice President, Global Technology, Engineering Adhesives at H.B. Fuller
- Cathy Budd, Chief Procurement Officer at Dow
- Jennifer Matuszak, Director Global Marine Freight at Vinmar International
Women in Chemical's interviews Vincci Wong, Communications & HR Manager, Mayzo Inc., for Woman of the Week 03/11/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Avery Schulz, VP of Strategy and Sustainability, Solugen, for Woman of the Week 02/19/2024.
Join us for a special celebration! As Women in Chemicals reaches its three-year milestone, co-founders Kylie Wittl and Amelia Greene invite you to a peek behind the curtain with a fireside chat. Hear stories of our third-year achievements, challenges, and what future initiatives are in the pipeline.
A virtual lunch & learn with Women In Chemicals to learn about our programming and how you can get involved.
Women in Chemical's interviews Julie Cava, Senior Sales Representative at Stepan Company, for Woman of the Week, 02/01/2024.
Women in Chemical's interviews Xunhua Mo, Catalyst Development Scientist at Johnson Matthey, for Woman of the Week, LIVE 01/24/2024.
On January 18th, the Women in Chemicals community were joined by the team at ICIS (Independent Commodity Intelligence Services). for a presentation on the current state of the chemical industry from the team at ICIS including insights on the economic outlook, current trends and expectations for commodity markets, supply chain challenges, sustainability, and the importance of diversity and inclusion within the industry.
Women in Chemical's interviews Stefanie Joliff, Global IT Operations Management Leader at LyondellBasell Industries, for Woman of the Week 01/03/2024
Women in Chemical's interviews Julia Hanft, General Counsel at Wego Chemical Group. for Woman of the Week 12/18/2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Sharon Mulvaney, Sales Manager, North America at Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. for Woman of the Week 12/04/2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Gissela Trejo, Precious Metal Control Manager, Johnson Matthey for Woman of the Week 11/14/2023.
On November 9th, members of the Women in Chemicals community were joined by Ali Bach and Tressia Marino as we kicked-off the third webinar in a series of webinars, Money Matters. During this session, our speakers dive into the ‘how’ of investment.
Women in Chemical's interviews Claire O'Leary, Managing Director - Venture Business for Woman of the Week 11/13/2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Jennifer Oates, Business Development Leader - Mission Chemical for Woman of the Week LIVE 10/23/2023
Women in Chemical's interviews Jordan Riddle, Operations Engineer - BASF for Woman of the Week 10/09/2023
On September 21, Women in Chemicals, in collaboration with Hannah Frey, Chief of Staff to IBM Americas General Manager, hosted an enlightening webinar titled "Foundations of Mentorship." The event brought together individuals from our community, all eager to delve into the world of mentorship and its profound impact on personal and professional growth. The webinar served as a platform for individuals to gain profound insights into the power of mentorship and how it can shape careers and personal growth. Attendees left the event inspired and equipped with practical strategies to foster successful mentor-mentee relationships in their professional journeys. Women in Chemicals looks forward to continuing to empower individuals in the chemicals industry through events like these and upcoming events including Women in Chemicals’ upcoming mentor program launch.
Women in Chemicals interviews Prerna Chatterjee, Senior Manager - Sustainability at BASF for our inaugural Woman of the Year 2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Katarzyna Jankowska, Talent & Diversity Manager - Europe Industries at Air Liquide for Woman of the Week 9/11/2023.
In a quest to illuminate the transformative power of mentorship, an enlightening panel discussion took place on August 15, 2023. The event brought together an audience eager to delve into the world of mentorship, featuring esteemed panelists who shared their invaluable insights on the subject.
Panelists included:
Sarah Waller, AdvanSix
Erika Takeda, Brenntag
Erica Hooker, Stepan Company
Christine Grybos, Brenntag (Moderator)
Christine Grybos steered the conversation, guiding the audience through the various facets of mentorship. The panelists wasted no time in diving into their experiences and the profound impact that mentorship had on their personal and professional development.
Women in Chemical's interviews Vanessa Sutherland, EVP Government Affairs, GC & Corporate Secretary at Phillips 66 for Woman of the Week 8/28/2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Terri MacLachlan, Manager of the Skincare Team in Research & Development at Amway for Woman of the Week 8/14/2023.
Does societal pressure make you feel like you have to choose between your professional and personal ambitions? Do you wish you could freeze your biological clock and expand your optionality? Egg freezing may be a solution for you. Listen in to our webinar with Dr. Edward Nejat to learn about whether you are a good candidate for egg freezing, the egg freezing process, and other reproductive options for women.
Dr. Nejat is an accomplished fertility specialist and reproductive endocrinologist who considers the doctor-patient relationship to be paramount. He believes that spending adequate time with his patients, being accessible to answer their questions, and having empathy, in addition to possessing exceptional clinical ability, are crucial to providing best-in-class medical care. His particular areas of scientific interest include natural cycle IVF, mild stimulation IVF, unexplained infertility, diminished ovarian reserve, oocyte cryopreservation and oocyte donor/recipient cycles. Outside of work, Dr. Nejat enjoys travel, photography, and is proficient in Spanish.
Join Women in Chemicals, Ali Bach, Financial Advisor at Questmont Strategic Wealth Advisors and Tressia Marino, Financial Advisor at Questmont Strategic Wealth Advisors as we host our second event in our Money Matters series. During this event you will obtain an intro to investing.
Women in Chemical's interviews Caitlin Molloy, VP of Manufacturing at Solugen for Woman of the Week 7/10/2023.
On June 28th, members of the Women in Chemicals community were joined by Rita Kakati-Shah. The event brought together a dynamic group of professionals, and we were honored to have Rita Kakati-Shah, the esteemed founder of Uma, as our guest speaker. Rita shared her award-winning tips and techniques, equipping attendees with invaluable insights to cultivate the confidence necessary for success in the workplace and beyond. With her expertise and guidance, participants discovered the transformative power of questioning the masses and making bold suggestions.
Women in Chemical's interviews Heather Hall, Sales Representative at Harcros Chemicals, Inc. for Woman of the Week 6/26/2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Agatha Maduwaye, Account Manager - Home Care and I&I at BASF for Woman of the Week 6/12/2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Sandra Wisniewski, President at W.R. Grace for Woman of the Week 5/29/2023.
Women in Chemicals and Brett Caroselli, Senior Managing Consultant at IBM kicked off our first event in our Money Matters series. During this event listeners gained insight on how to interpret company earnings statements.
Women in Chemical's interviews Claire McGahan, Account Executive at Stepan for Woman of the Week 5/15/2023.
Women in Chemical's interviews Erin Sedlak, Sustainability Manager at Brenntag SE for Woman of the Week 4/24/23.
Join Women in Chemicals and a panel of industry leaders as we discuss the chemical industry’s role in sustainability, hear about what companies are doing to further their initiatives, and discuss how to debunk the bias that is often placed on the chemical industry when it comes to sustainability.
Panelist include:
Deidre Sandrock, Director of Sustainability & Innovation, Milliken
Chelsea Burlan, Global Strategic Sourcing & Operations - Sustainable Procurement & Risk Management, W.R. Grace
Prerna Chatterjee, Senior Manager, Sustainability, BASF
Women in Chemical's interviews Emily Friedman, Recycled Plastics Senior Editor at ICIS for Woman of the Week 4/10/23.
Women in Chemical's interview Christine Grybos, Director Product Management, General Chemicals, Brenntag North America for Woman of the Week 3/13/23.
Women in Chemical's interviews Angie Schewe, Vice President - Industrial Segment at Valudor Products, LLC for Woman of the Week 3/9/23.
For the second year in a row, Women in Chemicals partnered with our sponsor BluePallet to celebrate International Women's Day! Listen as Christine Johnson and Kun Lueck from McKinsey present the findings and a subsequent discussion on the latest Women in the Workplace report. Women in the Workplace is the largest study of women in corporate America. This effort, conducted by McKinsey in partnership with LeanIn.Org, analyzes the representation of women in corporate America, provides an overview of HR policies and programs—including HR leaders’ sentiment on the most effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices—and explores the intersectional experiences of different groups of women at work.
Women in Chemical's interview Shana McCabe, VP of Sales at Barentz for Woman of the Week 2/27/23.
Women in Chemical's interview Blair Lamendola, Plant Engineer at Linde for Woman of the Week 2/13/23.
Women in Chemical's interview Dr. Akemi Ooka, Head of Global Supply Chain Resources at the Independent Beauty Association for Women of the Week 1/23/23.
Her film, Three Boys Manzanar, can be seen on PBS KVIE Sunday Stories (Episode 20) in the link here (segment starts at 49:30).
On January 12th, 250+ members of the Women in Chemicals community were joined by the team at ICIS for a presentation on the current state of the chemical industry from the team at ICIS including insights on the economic outlook, current trends and expectations for commodity markets, supply chain challenges, sustainability, and the importance of diversity and inclusion within the industry.
Speakers included:
Alison Jones, Director of Strategy
Thomas Kevin Swift, Senior Economist
Amanda Hay, Deputy Managing Editor, Americas
Kim Haberkost, Director of Olefins & Polypropylene
Emily Anne Friedman (Bautista), Senior Editor, Recycled Plastics
This event was sponsored by Harcros Chemicals.
Women in Chemical's interview Mai Mai Wong, Technical Service Manager at Jungbunzlauer Inc for Women of the Week 1/9/23.
Women in Chemical's interview Dr. Kimberly Wise White, Vice President, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs at the American Chemical Council for Women of the Week 12/26/22.
As part of our education initiatives, we will be highlighting nominees from other organizations that are adding value to the chemical industry. Dr. White was a nominee of Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI). Recognizing a lack of diversity throughout the STEM workforce, in November of 2020, the American Chemistry Council, AIChE - American Institute of Chemical Engineers, The Chemours Company and HBCU WEEK FOUNDATION, INC. partnered to establish the Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI). This national industry-wide program seeks to increase the number of underrepresented professionals in the STEM workforce by providing scholarships to students pursuing preferred STEM degrees at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
For more information on FOSSI:
Click here learn more about FOSSI
Click here to learn about corporate sponsorship of FOSSI
Click here to apply for a FOSSI scholarship - Deadline is Jan 31, 2023
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Women in Chemical's Kylie and Claire interview Kathleen Eatough, Senior Vice President, Sales – HI&I at Barentz NA for Woman of the Week 12/12/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Claire interview Shea Worman, Manager of the Project Management office at Brenntag for Woman of the Week 11/28/22
As we wrapped our first Women in Chemicals book club pick, we celebrated with our community by hosting a fireside chat with Bonnie Garmus - author of New York Times Best Seller and Good Morning America Book Club Pick "Lessons in Chemistry". In this hour long discussion with Bonnie, we speak to her inspiration behind the book, the writing process, and the advice she has for women in male dominated spaces.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Claire interview Christine Shue, Senior Regional Transportation Manager at Univar Solutions for Woman of the Week 11/14/22
Do you ever feel alone in your struggle of trying to balance your career and motherhood? Do you wonder how others do it?
On October 27th, hear how the women of our community have managed raising children while working. You'll hear from industry leaders, peers, and colleagues on:
- experiences and challenges balancing working while raising children
- how they prioritize for both professional and familial responsibilities
- flexibilities they’ve found to balance motherhood and working
- managing business travel with children at home
- advice for those wanting to start a family and maintain their career
- & many other topics!
Panelists include: * Saskia Phemba, Business Line General Manager, Ashland * Monika Melao, Regional Account Manager, Acme-Hardesty * Aileen Doyle, Senior Director of Business Excellence, Univar Solutions
The event will be moderated by Kensing’s Christie Luna.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Claire interview Chantal Badre, Industry Veteran for Woman of the Week 10/24/22
In honor of World Mental Health Day on October 10th, Women in Chemicals teamed up with their partner BluePallet to provide a one hour “Building Your Mental Health Toolkit” webinar led by Candice Heidebrecht of Cultivate Empathy.
Building resilience, gratitude, and self-love is a journey! We all need tools for difficult times or when we are feeling triggered, plus ways to celebrate the wins and build that positivity when times are good. Join Emotional Intelligence coach, Candice Heidebrecht, to learn how to manage your emotional reactions and even respond to bias, with a set of practical, actionable tips. We’ll talk about the challenges, the pivot points, and tripwires that you can use to create lasting, impactful change within yourself and your team. Let's get to work!
Women in Chemical's Kylie, Amelia, and Claire interview Natalie Hurd, Chemical & Dye Buyer – Textile Division at Milliken & Company for Woman of the Week 10/10/2022
Are you starting to think about family planning but unsure of how you will manage both your professional responsibilities and pregnancy? Are you struggling to disconnect from work while on maternity leave and raising a newborn?
Hear how the women of our community have managed working through pregnancy and birth. Industry leaders, peers, and colleagues discuss:
- the family planning process taking your career into account
- how priorities change during pregnancy and following the birth of a child
- preparing for maternity leave
- going back to work following maternity leave
- managing professional responsibilities throughout this major life change
- & many other topics!
Panelists include: * Alexandra Peralta-Moreno, Sales Support Specialist, Brenntag * Claire McGahan, Account Executive, Stepan Company * Alysia Diffendal, Director of Formulation and Packaging Operations, Corteva Agroscience
The event was moderated by BluePallet’s Lauren Conte.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Erika Krueger, VP of Supply Chain & Sustainability at Weylchem US and incoming Marketing Chair for our Women in Chemicals Board of Directors for 2023 for Woman of the Week 9/26/2022
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Women in Chemicals' summer interns Jake O'Keefe & Tiffany Ngo for a special edition Woman of the Week - Interns Edition - for 9/12/2022
Tiffany and Jake interned for WIC all summer while balancing jobs and summer classes. They are incoming college seniors and will be looking for roles in the fall. Please reach out to info@womeninchemicals.com for their resumes and their contact information.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Priya Ravindranath, Senior Marketing Manager at Air Liquide for Woman of the Week 8/22/22
Whether an organization emerges from a crisis with trust, reputation, and competitive position intact is not a function of the severity of the crisis event, but rather of the timeliness and quality of the response. This Master Class with Helio Fred Garcia will focus on the drivers of trust, and the importance of having the right decision criteria to make smart choices quickly. We will cover the decision criteria for what to do and say, and for when to do and say it, so that we protect trust, reputation, and competitive position. We will also cover a technique for restoring trust when it has been lost.
Want to learn more from Helio Fred Garcia? Buy his book Agony of Decision!
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Rena Tabal, Product Manager, Financial and Blockchain Technology at BluePallet for Woman of the Week 8/8/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Michelle Boven, Commercial Director at Dow for Woman of the Week 7/25/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Caroline Thomas, Business Development at Mission Chemical for Woman of the Week 7/11/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Carol (CEO/President) & Michele Piccaro (Account Executive) of US Chemicals- A Woman Owned Business, for Woman of the Week 6/27/22
Women in Chemical's Panel featuring 4 women from our community:
- Ashley Matz, Sourcing Manager, 3M
- Jen Jewson, VP Global Procurement, Lyondellbasell
- Christine Grybos, Director Product Management, Brenntag
- Anne Gariepy, Global Marketing Communications Director, Stepan
The event was moderated by Women in Chemicals' Co-founder Kylie Wittl. The topic of our discussion was Diverse Career Pathing in One Organization including dialogue on topics such as identifying career opportunities within your organization, deciding on and mapping out long term career goals, ensuring you develop necessary skills and expertise toward achieving your goals, leveraging internal stakeholders for sponsorship and mentorship towards your ideal career path, and making lateral/horizontal transitions into different business functions.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Saskia Phemba, General Manager of Intermediates at Ashland for Woman of the Week 6/13/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Lindsey Marsh - Executive Director of Sulfur at Hydrite for Woman of the Week 5/23/22
An hour long discussion with Arthur Kroeber - founder of China focused Gavenkal Dragonomics research service - where we discuss short and longer term challenges of China's economy given both domestic structural change and big geopolitical shifts. Arthur covers the implications for multinational corporations and what adaptation strategies they need to think about to maintain business continuity and supply chains.
Arthur R. Kroeber is a partner and head of research at Gavekal, a Hong Kong-based economic research firm, and founder of its China-focused Gavekal Dragonomics research service. Before establishing Dragonomics in 2002, he spent fifteen years as a financial and economic journalist in China and South Asia. He is adjunct professor of economics at the NYU Stern School of Business, a senior non-resident fellow of the Brookings-Tsinghua (Ching-Hua) Center in Beijing, a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, and a member of the National Committee on US-China Relations. His book China’s Economy: What Everyone Needs to Know (2nd edition 2020) is published by Oxford University Press.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Jenna Ngian - Key Account Manager, CASE at Wego Chemical for Woman of the Week 5/9/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Kerolen Santos, Business Development Manager - SE Asia at Soyventis for Woman of the Week 4/25/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Alyssa Sweigart, Senior Market Analyst at Brenntag for Woman of the Week 4/11/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Deanna Stalker, Sales Manager at Wacker for Woman of the Week 3/28/22
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Candice Lecourt, District Manager- Harcros, for Woman of the Week 3/14/22
Women in Chemicals' Kylie Wittl and Amelia Greene celebrate Women in Chemicals' one year anniversary by discussing their backgrounds, the WIC founding story, what they see as the future.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Jean Zappia, Global Vice President - Retired at Ashland, for Woman of the Week 1/24/2022
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Rachel Luke, Candidate for Masters of Science in Cyber Physical Systems at University of Nottingham, for Woman of the Week 1/10/2022
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Stepan's Sneha Thakur, Global Director - Contract Manufacturing and Procurement Operations, for Woman of the Week 12/27/2021.
Women in Chemical's Panel featuring 4 amazing women from our community:
•Megan Gluth-Bohan – CEO & Owner, TRInternational
•Beth Campbell - Human Resources Manager, Barentz
•Nicole Allen - Sourcing Agent, Chemicals & Polymers, 3M
• Christie Luna - Account Manager, Pharma, Brenntag
and moderated by Kylie Wittl of 3M. The topic of our discussion was Managing Burnout including discussions around topics such as defining burnout, how it may show up in your personal and professional life, tools to help you manage your burnout, how companies can assist in preventing burnout, and balancing the different roles that we all have in our lives.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Ropella Group's Robbie Ropella, President, for Woman of the Week 11/22/2021.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Solvay's Mayra Souza, Head of Global Trade, for Woman of the Week 11/8/2021.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Celanese's Mariane Maximous, Global Ethylene Sourcing Director, for Woman of the Week 10/25/2021.
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Jungbunzlauer's Christi Farr, Regional Sales Manager, for Woman of the Week 10/11/2021. This episode is in collaboration with WIC's newest corporate sponsor - Jungbunzlauer.
In revisiting one of their favorite interviews, Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Brenntag Group's Christie Luna, Key and Corporate Account Analyst, for Woman of the Week 5/17/2021
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Sea-Land Chemical Company's Brittany Hennings, Marketing Communications Manager, for Woman of the Week 9/20/2021. Article referenced in the interview:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/blind-spot-corporate-america-leaving-one-million-women-fairchild/?trackingId=A8OXue7fR4S2PQeHA5SILQ%3D%3D
Women in Chemical's Amelia and Silke interview Wego Chemical Group's Nicole Waxman, Counsel, for this special edition episode of Woman of the Week to announce our 501(c)3 Non-profit Charitable Organization determination from the IRS
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Royal Chemical's Gayle Mitalski, Director of Digital Marketing & Key Account Management, for Woman of the Week 9/6/2021. Registration for our webinar on Executive Presence in the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLIooATCIJAdTgsLX7hbf2b1M1LQVlb762yKVw3lzYkUQ3sw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview The Chemical Show & Progressio Globals' Victoria Meyer, Host & CEO, for Woman of the Week 8/23/2021
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Chem/Serv Inc.'s Andi Nagle, CEO, for Woman of the Week 8/9/2021
In this special edition episode, Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview BluePallets's Lauren Conte, Digital Marketing Manager, for Woman of the Week 8/2/2021 to announce BluePallet's Corporate sponsorship of Women in Chemicals
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview WR Grace's Chelsea Burlan, Director of Global Strategic Sourcing and Sustainability, for Woman of the Week 7/26/2021
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Penn Colors' Michele Kraus, Key Accounts Manager, for Woman of the Week 7/12/2021
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview UPL's Weijun Shen, Procurement Category Manager EMEA, for Woman of the Week 6/28/2021
Women in Chemical's Kylie and Amelia interview Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company's Tara Jacola, Product Stewardship Specialist Principal, for Woman of the Week 6/14/2021