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May 18, 2018

Mattress Firm Names Silva CMO

Mattress Firm Names Lorie Silva Chief Merchandising Officer

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Mattress Firm

May 16, 2018, 08:00 ET

HOUSTON, May 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Mattress Firm, the nation’s largest specialty mattress retailer, today announced that Lorie Silva has been hired as the Company’s chief merchandising officer (CMO). In her new role as CMO, Silva will be responsible for the merchandising strategy and ecosystem driving sales to ensure Mattress Firm has a curated selection of leading brands.

Lorie Silva, chief merchandising officer at Mattress Firm
Lorie Silva, chief merchandising officer at Mattress Firm

“Lorie is a proven groundbreaker who led successful merchandising and retail efforts at Jordan’s Furniture. She has a keen understanding of what it takes for a product to sell – from identifying consumer needs to educating associates to communicating product benefits,” said Steve Stagner, executive chairman, president and CEO of Mattress Firm. “We’re excited to have Lorie join the Mattress Firm team and support our vision of being consumers’ preferred choice for better sleep.”

Silva previously held the role of Director of Bedding Operations for Jordan’s Furniture, where she was responsible for the entire operation of bedding, including sourcing, sales, training and retail experience with strong ties to customer service, operations and logistics.

An industry veteran with nearly 27 years of experience, Silva’s background is in the business of sleep; she started as a sales associate (Sleep Technician), took on increasing responsibility and helped transform the bedding category at Jordan’s Furniture.

“I’m thrilled to join the Mattress Firm merchandising team and help drive Mattress Firm’s growth in the sleep category,” said Silva. “The success of merchandising at Mattress Firm will continue to help set the company apart and ultimately drive customers into stores for products that improve their lives. I’m excited to join an industry leader that continues to innovate.”

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mattress-firm-names-lorie-silva-chief-merchandising-officer-300649224.html

May 15, 2018

PMA Recognizes Dave Welch

Highlights from the PMA!

 

David Welch (also known as Polyuman), a longtime member of the PMA and of Everchem Specialty Chemicals, received a career award at the recent meeting in Naples, FL.  He retired last year.

 

Dave received the Distinguished Service Award at the 2018 PMA Meeting. He is flanked by PMA President, Linda Katz and Advocacy Chair, Steve Seneker.

Also receiving the Distinguished Service Award this year was Vincent Gajewski from COIM. Congratulations to both gentlemen!

 

 

May 15, 2018

PMA Recognizes Dave Welch

Highlights from the PMA!

 

David Welch (also known as Polyuman), a longtime member of the PMA and of Everchem Specialty Chemicals, received a career award at the recent meeting in Naples, FL.  He retired last year.

 

Dave received the Distinguished Service Award at the 2018 PMA Meeting. He is flanked by PMA President, Linda Katz and Advocacy Chair, Steve Seneker.

Also receiving the Distinguished Service Award this year was Vincent Gajewski from COIM. Congratulations to both gentlemen!

 

 

May 7, 2018

Olin’s Dawson to Speak in NYC
Thursday, June 7, 2018  – Luncheon – Penn Club

A New Game in the Epoxy World
 
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When
June 7, 2018 from 11:15 AM to 2:00 PM EST
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Where

The Penn Club
30 W 44th Street
New York, NY 10036
CME ACS
Established in 1954, Chemical Marketing and Economics (CME) is the business and technology group of the illustrious American Chemical Society’s (ACS) New York Section. Our mission is to inform, network, engage the public and advance STEM education.


CME organizes exciting monthly luncheons in midtown NYC where thought leaders present cutting-edge outlooks and actionable insights on energy, materials & life science. CME’s audience includes professionals from industry, investment, academia, media and supranational organizations.

American Chemical Society (ACS), founded in Manhattan in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress, is the world’s largest scientific society with over 158,000 members and the global home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professions.
 
STEM Supporters
 
 
Access Industries
 
ACS Publications
 
American Chemistry Council
 
American Securities
 
American Styrenics
 
Arsenal Capital
 
Bain & Company
 
BASF
 
Barclays
 
Blavatnik Family Foundation
 
Buenaventura
 
CAS Chemical Abstracts
 

Chevron Phillips Chemical

 
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice
 
Dow Chemical
 
Exxon Mobil
 
First Energy Foundation
 
Freeport-McMoRan
 
Honeywell
 
HSBC
 
Huntsman Corporation
 
Jefferies
 
LyondellBasell
 
Merck
 
Mexichem
 
Newmont
 
PolyOne
 
PwC
 
Sensata
 
Shionogi
 
Solvay
 
Trinseo
 
Univar
 
WR Grace
 
Westlake Chemical

How is the world’s leading epoxy manufacturer planning to meet the needs of its customers worldwide? What are the key factors shaping the market?

 

This talk will cover the successful integration of the leading global epoxy business with the world’s chlor-alkali through a cohesive vision. It will also describe the strategies that the new leadership is implementing to extend its competitive position through commercialization and innovation to sharpen its delivery of solutions for the global epoxy business.

 

Olin added Dow’s Epoxy business to its chlorine envelope in 2015, making Olin Epoxy the No. 1 global supplier of epoxy materials. Backed by more than 60 years of continuing innovation, Olin serves a diverse array of industries and applications including Wind Energy, Electronics, Transportation, Consumer Goods, Engineering and Infrastructure. As one of the most vertically integrated epoxy suppliers, Olin is prioritizing its low cost position with innovation and a global reach to drive value creation across the entire chlorine envelope.

 

Join us on June 7 to hear one of the most influential industry leaders discuss the opportunities and challenges ahead for the Olin global epoxy business.
                       

Pat D. Dawson, is Executive Vice President of Olin Corporation and President, Epoxy and Olin International. In October 2015, Pat D. Dawson was appointed Executive Vice President of Olin Corporation and President, Epoxy and Olin International. From July of 2013 through the transaction close with Olin, Mr. Dawson led The Dow Chemical Company’s Global Epoxy Business, driving corporate projects in support of growth investments and global corporate strategies.
Mr. Dawson began his career in 1980 with Dow. He was Business Vice President for the Oxide Derivatives global business unit in 2000. From 2004 to 2009, he served as Group President for Dow’s Polyurethanes Business. In 2009 through mid-2013, he served as the President of Dow Asia Pacific, overseeing operations in 12 countries, with sales of $10.2 billion in 2012.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in agronomy and a Master’s in agricultural economics/management from Purdue. He has served on the boards of Siam Cement JV in Thailand and Society of Chemical Industry. A proud father of five, Mr. Dawson enjoys skiing and traveling. He and his wife live in Clayton, Missouri.
Meeting Schedule

11:30 am to noon – Networking
noon to 1:00 pm – Luncheon
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Presentation
Non-Member luncheon Fee:
Price $120.00.  (Register by 5/24 and pay only $100).
                                                    
Member Luncheon Fee: Price $120 (This price includes your 2018 Membership dues of $30. As a member you will receive a discount on all regular monthly luncheons! Pay by 5/24 and pay only $100).
Member Luncheon Fee:  Price $90 (You have already paid 2018 CME Membership Dues. Regsister by 5/24 and pay only $70).
Webcast Fee: $30 For Live Webcast (starts at 1 pm the day of the event) or Webcast Recording.

ACS Members Webcast Fee: Complimentary

Venue: Penn Club. This luncheon will be oversubscribed; register early and secure your seat.
We look forward to seeing you on June 7th!
Cordially,
Steve Barnett, MS, JD – CME Co-Chair
Adam Closson, PhD – CME Co-Chair
Chemical Marketing and Economics
The Business, Investment and Technology group of the
American Chemical Society’s New York Section
contact@cmeacs.org – Tel: 908-704-6767
 

May 7, 2018

Olin’s Dawson to Speak in NYC
Thursday, June 7, 2018  – Luncheon – Penn Club

A New Game in the Epoxy World
 
Click
“I can’t make it” 
below “Register Now!” and you will not receive any more emails about this event
When
June 7, 2018 from 11:15 AM to 2:00 PM EST
Add to Calendar
Where

The Penn Club
30 W 44th Street
New York, NY 10036
CME ACS
Established in 1954, Chemical Marketing and Economics (CME) is the business and technology group of the illustrious American Chemical Society’s (ACS) New York Section. Our mission is to inform, network, engage the public and advance STEM education.


CME organizes exciting monthly luncheons in midtown NYC where thought leaders present cutting-edge outlooks and actionable insights on energy, materials & life science. CME’s audience includes professionals from industry, investment, academia, media and supranational organizations.

American Chemical Society (ACS), founded in Manhattan in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress, is the world’s largest scientific society with over 158,000 members and the global home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professions.
 
STEM Supporters
 
 
Access Industries
 
ACS Publications
 
American Chemistry Council
 
American Securities
 
American Styrenics
 
Arsenal Capital
 
Bain & Company
 
BASF
 
Barclays
 
Blavatnik Family Foundation
 
Buenaventura
 
CAS Chemical Abstracts
 

Chevron Phillips Chemical

 
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice
 
Dow Chemical
 
Exxon Mobil
 
First Energy Foundation
 
Freeport-McMoRan
 
Honeywell
 
HSBC
 
Huntsman Corporation
 
Jefferies
 
LyondellBasell
 
Merck
 
Mexichem
 
Newmont
 
PolyOne
 
PwC
 
Sensata
 
Shionogi
 
Solvay
 
Trinseo
 
Univar
 
WR Grace
 
Westlake Chemical

How is the world’s leading epoxy manufacturer planning to meet the needs of its customers worldwide? What are the key factors shaping the market?

 

This talk will cover the successful integration of the leading global epoxy business with the world’s chlor-alkali through a cohesive vision. It will also describe the strategies that the new leadership is implementing to extend its competitive position through commercialization and innovation to sharpen its delivery of solutions for the global epoxy business.

 

Olin added Dow’s Epoxy business to its chlorine envelope in 2015, making Olin Epoxy the No. 1 global supplier of epoxy materials. Backed by more than 60 years of continuing innovation, Olin serves a diverse array of industries and applications including Wind Energy, Electronics, Transportation, Consumer Goods, Engineering and Infrastructure. As one of the most vertically integrated epoxy suppliers, Olin is prioritizing its low cost position with innovation and a global reach to drive value creation across the entire chlorine envelope.

 

Join us on June 7 to hear one of the most influential industry leaders discuss the opportunities and challenges ahead for the Olin global epoxy business.
                       

Pat D. Dawson, is Executive Vice President of Olin Corporation and President, Epoxy and Olin International. In October 2015, Pat D. Dawson was appointed Executive Vice President of Olin Corporation and President, Epoxy and Olin International. From July of 2013 through the transaction close with Olin, Mr. Dawson led The Dow Chemical Company’s Global Epoxy Business, driving corporate projects in support of growth investments and global corporate strategies.
Mr. Dawson began his career in 1980 with Dow. He was Business Vice President for the Oxide Derivatives global business unit in 2000. From 2004 to 2009, he served as Group President for Dow’s Polyurethanes Business. In 2009 through mid-2013, he served as the President of Dow Asia Pacific, overseeing operations in 12 countries, with sales of $10.2 billion in 2012.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in agronomy and a Master’s in agricultural economics/management from Purdue. He has served on the boards of Siam Cement JV in Thailand and Society of Chemical Industry. A proud father of five, Mr. Dawson enjoys skiing and traveling. He and his wife live in Clayton, Missouri.
Meeting Schedule

11:30 am to noon – Networking
noon to 1:00 pm – Luncheon
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Presentation
Non-Member luncheon Fee:
Price $120.00.  (Register by 5/24 and pay only $100).
                                                    
Member Luncheon Fee: Price $120 (This price includes your 2018 Membership dues of $30. As a member you will receive a discount on all regular monthly luncheons! Pay by 5/24 and pay only $100).
Member Luncheon Fee:  Price $90 (You have already paid 2018 CME Membership Dues. Regsister by 5/24 and pay only $70).
Webcast Fee: $30 For Live Webcast (starts at 1 pm the day of the event) or Webcast Recording.

ACS Members Webcast Fee: Complimentary

Venue: Penn Club. This luncheon will be oversubscribed; register early and secure your seat.
We look forward to seeing you on June 7th!
Cordially,
Steve Barnett, MS, JD – CME Co-Chair
Adam Closson, PhD – CME Co-Chair
Chemical Marketing and Economics
The Business, Investment and Technology group of the
American Chemical Society’s New York Section
contact@cmeacs.org – Tel: 908-704-6767