Trends and Challenges in the Development and Adoption of Sustainable Plastics
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Plastics derived from recycled and renewable-based raw materials play a significant role in addressing plastic pollution and enabling a circular economy. These sustainable alternatives keep plastics out of landfills, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and conserve natural resources. Société de Chimie Industrielle brings together a panel of experts who will share their perspectives on cutting-edge technologies driving sustainable plastics and recent innovations that are transforming the industry. They will also delve into the challenges and opportunities surrounding the adoption of sustainable plastics both in the US and globally and examine the impact of regulatory changes in promoting sustainable practices. The discussion will also explore the role consumers can play in advancing the adoption of sustainable plastics.
Panelists:
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Dr. Chris Killian
Senior Vice President
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Eastman Chemical |
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Tony Palmer
Vice President of
Chemical Market Analytics
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Yvonne van der Laan
Executive Vice President
Circular and Low Carbon Solutions
LyondellBasell
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Shaun Pan
Chief Commercial Officer
Nazdar
MODERATOR
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About our Panelists:
Dr. Chris M. Killian is senior vice president and chief technology officer with responsibility for Eastman’s global technology and innovation organization. He actively champions the company purpose — to enhance the quality of life in a material way. Prior to his current position, Killian served as vice president, Additives and Functional Products, Chemical Intermediates and corporate technology.
Killian holds a Bachelor of Science degree from University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a doctorate in organic chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He joined Eastman in 1996 as a research chemist. During his career at Eastman, he has held various technology and business leadership positions, including director of polymers technology, director of the Tritan growth platform, and vice president of Advanced Materials technology.
A native of Charlotte, North Carolina, Killian and his wife Sharon reside in Johnson City, Tennessee, and have three daughters. He is an inventor on more than 40 U.S. patents, a 2015 ACS Heroes of Chemistry awardee, and a member of the American Chemical Society and the UNC at Chapel Hill Chemistry Advisory Board. In his spare time, he enjoys exercising, traveling, and watching UNC athletics.
Tony Palmer is responsible for the Circular Plastics & Chemicals Sustainability business for the Base Chemicals & Plastics group of Chemical Market Analytics (by OPIS, a Dow Jones Company).
In this role, he coordinates the Research & Insight activities associated with plastics reuse, reduction, and recycling. Special focus involves mechanical and chemical recycle technology & economics, plastic waste supply & logistics, company ESG initiatives and strategic responses to sustainability, and macro-industry implications.
Prior to his current position, Mr. Palmer managed the Chemical Consulting Group at IHS Markit where he directed engagements for clients with interests in the business, technical, and financial aspects of the chemicals and related process industries.
He holds both Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Chemical Engineering from Manhattan College, and an MBA in Finance and International Business from Fordham University.
Yvonne van der Laan is executive vice president, circular and low carbon solutions for LyondellBasell, one of the world’s largest plastics, chemicals and refining companies. In this role, van der Laan is responsible for building a scalable, circular and low-carbon solutions business.
Prior to this appointment, van der Laan served as director, Olefins and Optimization Olefins and Polyolefins (O&P) Europe for LyondellBasell. Before joining LyondellBasell, she served as vice president, Industry and Bulk Cargo Business at the Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands. She has more than 20 years of experience in the chemical industry in several commercial and business leadership roles with SABIC and DSM.
Van der Laan holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands and a Maîtrise en Sciences Economiques from the University of Rennes I, France. She has held several board positions at LyondellBasell, including chair of Basell Polyolefins GmbH Supervisory Board and board member of Petrochemicals Europe.
Shaun Pan, VP of Finance and a board member of Société de Chimie Industrielle, will be the moderator. Shaun is currently Chief Commercial Officer at Nazdar, a leading global ink manufacturer and distributor of printing equipment and supplies.
Prior to his current role, Shaun held a variety of P&L, sales, marketing and R&D roles at PPG, IBM and BASF, including mostly recently as Commercial Director at PPG. Shaun has broad sales, marketing, operation and team leadership experience, with a track record of business transformations, restructuring and revenue/EBIT improvements across a variety of sectors.
Shaun holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Cornell University, a Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering from Princeton University and an MBA from New York University.
Agenda:
Lunch and Networking at 12 noon ET
Annual Elections and Annual Report of the Officers at 12:45 pm
Panel 1:15 to 2:15 pm ET
Location:
The Jay Conference Center, a modern conference center near Bryant Park, is located at 109 W 39th St, New York, NY 10018, a short walking distance from both Penn Station and Grand Central Station.
Option to attend panel portion virtually is available. Unlimited slots available for virtual participation. Meeting link will be emailed to virtual registrants the day prior to the event.