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The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business

Looking to lead, grow, and stay ahead in the trillion-dollar global chemical industry? The Chemical Show - the #1 business podcast for the chemical industry - is your go-to resource for leadership insights, business strategies, and real-world lessons from the executives shaping the future of chemicals. Grow your knowledge, your network, and your impact. Each week, you"ll hear from executives from across the industry - from Fortune 50 to midsize to startups. You’ll hear how they"re tacking today"s

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11:18

Leveraging Customer Centricity for Business...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/31

Ep 122 Show NotesCustomer Centricity is more than customer satisfaction, it’s about centering on the “right” customers to create Strategic Value. Host Victoria Meyer delves into the concept of customer centricity and its role in creating business resilience. Through insights from leading chemical companies' earnings reports and experts, Victoria unpacks the importance of customer centricity and its impact on strategic value creation.This is part 2 of host Victoria Meyer’s 3 part series on

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42:36

Future of Operational Excellence is Digital with...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/29

Have you ever wondered how the future of operational excellence in the chemical industry will be shaped by digital transformation? In this episode of The Chemical Show, Victoria Meyer welcomes guest Stephen Reynolds, Industry Principal for the Chemical Segment at AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability. Stephen shares his insights into how technology is revolutionizing operational excellence and empowering employees to drive the

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13:59

The Importance of Commercial Discipline: Unlocking...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/24

Exercising good commercial discipline is critical to business resilience and navigating the challenges of today's economy.Over the next 3 episodes, host Victoria Meyer will be diving deep into approaches that chemical companies are taking to combat the market weakness we've seen in the first half of this year (for more on this, check out Episode 118 where I review 2Q23 earnings reports). Victoria’s topic this week: Commercial DisciplineVictoria dives into the concept of commercial

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21:11

Scaling Up Sustainable Chemistry: Trillium's Path to...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/22

Trillium is making waves with their green technology, replacing petroleum feedstocks with renewable feedstocks to make acrylonitrile. In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer chats with Corey Tyree, the co-founder and CEO of Trillium Renewable Chemicals about building successful partnerships, the power of experience, and driving sustainability in the chemical industry. Learn more about the following topics this week:Creating partnerships to support product development in a

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18:09

Reflections on 2Q23 Chemical Industry Earnings...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/17

While most chemical industry companies and business leaders were anticipating improvements by 2H23, it has proved to be a challenging quarter for most companies, leading into a challenging year. In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer explores why many companies are lowering full-year earnings outlooks and what’s driving current market conditions. Learn more about the following in this episode:Insights from 2Q23 chemical industry earnings reportsWorst period of chemical

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35:33

Unveiling the Chemistry Behind Executive Search with...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/15

The global chemical industry job market continues to feel the ripple effects from the pandemic and work-life balance values have shifted. Sharing his insights on the state of the chemical industry, Stephen Mothersole, CEO of Chemical Search International, joins host Victoria Meyer on The Chemical Show to discuss the challenges in diversity and inclusion, the impact of remote work on talent acquisition, and the changing hiring criteria post-COVID.Learn more about the following topics this

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32:15

Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainable...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/08

From collaborating with major brands to navigating the challenges of sustainable product development and end-of-life solutions, Scott Bober, Senior VP of Global Sales at CJ Biomaterials joins host Victoria Meyer on The Chemical Show to provide valuable insights into the ever-evolving world of sustainable chemicals and materials. CJ Biomaterials is a startup within CJ CheilJedang, the 7th largest conglomerate in Korea. Victoria and Scott discuss CJ’s recent acquisition of Metabolics, giving

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43:31

How Digitization Transforms Supply Chains and...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/08/01

Digitization and supply chain go hand-in-hand. In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer welcomes Arun Samuga, Chief Innovation Officer at Elemica to expand on the development of new digital products and solutions in the area of supply chain innovation. Arun emphasizes the importance of educating potential clients about the advantages of embarking on a digital journey while exploring the various benefits of digitization, including reducing working capital, increasing cash

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13:54

Achieving Results Through Strategic Alignment - Ep. 114

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/07/27

Wondering how to get better results from your strategy?In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer explores the topic of strategy execution and the common pitfalls organizations face. Victoria discusses the necessity of involving the entire organization in the strategy process to ensure understanding and alignment. Citing a recent study conducted by Harvard Business Review, Victoria highlights the significant gap between executives' perception of strategic alignment and

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29:06

Applying Leadership Lessons from the US Army to...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/07/25

In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer invites George L. Vann, president of EcoServices, which is a part of Ecovyst to chat about his unique career path - from graduating with a mechanical engineering degree, to serving in the military, to various roles in the chemical industry. George emphasizes the importance of long-term relationships with customers and the need for long-term contracts to establish trust and dependability. He also shares insights into fundamental

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12:58

Engage Customers Early to De-Risk Your Business...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/07/20

Your customers are the key to strategic success.In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer delves into the importance of engaging customers early on to de-risk business strategy. Victoria shares valuable insights and strategies for effectively engaging customers and stakeholders during key business changes and decisions. Discussing the benefits of introducing a new product or service and involving customers early in the development process, Victoria explores the barriers and

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36:17

Mitigating Risk in Chemicals Through Language...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/07/18

In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer talks with Karen Tkaczyk, director of Life Sciences Regulated and Enterprise Solutions at MasterWord to share more about her unique combination of industrial and service experience as she helps chemical, energy, and life science companies do business globally with minimal risk. Victoria and Karen discuss the importance of technical expertise in language translation services, talent shortages influenced by the pandemic, the impact of

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14:01

Using Segmentation and Personalization to Grow...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/07/13

Do you treat your B2B customers the same or personalize your engagement and their experience?In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer focuses on segmentation and personalization. B2B companies in the chemical industry often focus on organizational factors when segmenting their market. However, limited use of segmentation can leave both parties feeling unheard. By prioritizing customer relationships and serving them appropriately, companies can address specific needs in a

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40:49

The Dual Challenge: Producing Petrochemicals and...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/07/11

American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) to chat about his organization's efforts towards a circular economy and rail safety. Victoria and Chet discuss the importance of recycling and innovation, the challenges of reducing plastic waste, rail safety, the dual challenge of producing energy while maintaining sustainability, and the immense value and benefits of plastics.Learn more about the following in this episode: AFPM's top priorities Storytelling in the chemical industry UN

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33:51

Thinking Outside the Box in Creative Problem Solving...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/07/04

On this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer is joined by Peter Hanik, President and Founder of Pretium Innovation. Victoria and Pete discuss the importance of innovation in the chemical industry, as well as strategies for problem-solving and understanding customer needs. Learn more about the following in this episode:Innovation in the chemical industryCrafting a long-term career in chemicals "Type Three" Problems and Solutions Adapting to cultural differences in a global

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13:00

Using Storytelling to Make Your Business Case - Ep 107

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/06/29

Humans are master storytellers and as business leaders, we should harness the power of storytelling.In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer explores why storytelling is critical for businesses to control the narrative about their performance, products, and value creation. Victoria shares how business storytelling involves interpreting facts and creating emotional connections as well as what makes a good story - starting with the end in mind, choosing the right information

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29:06

Insights to M&A in Chemical and Materials Industry...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/06/27

In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer interviews Kevin Yttre, Managing Director at Grace Matthews, an investment bank that exclusively focuses on the chemicals and materials industries, assisting with mergers, acquisitions, and capital raises. Kevin shares valuable insights about the world of M&A, explaining M&A strategies, the role of ESG credentials, recent slowdowns in the industry, success factors in transactions, and much more.Topics you can expect to learn

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16:45

Optimizing Customer Experience through 3rd Party...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/06/22

"The last experience that your customer has with you and your brand, usually delivery from a logistics provider, defines their perception of your business and your company." – Victoria Meyer, President, Progressio GlobalIn this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer discusses the importance of managing your company’s Customer Experience (CX) through third-party service providers. She emphasizes the importance of defining key communication roles, channels, and expectations to

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36:28

Navigating the Dynamics of the Chemical Shipping...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/06/20

"It's not a matter of if a company is going to adopt technology transportation management system, but more of when? When are they going to do that? Because you have to if you want to improve anything within your company, it starts with having access to the data and being able see it from what it is." - Jennifer Braun, VP Trinity LogisticsOn this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer speaks with Jennifer Braun, VP of Trinity Logistics, about navigating the dynamics of the

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11:28

Back to Basics: Building Business Resilience in Times...

The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business ·

2023/06/15

“Understanding your value, driving value, and demonstrating it creates opportunity and creates growth, especially in times of market softness." - Victoria MeyerOn this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer discusses the importance of getting back to basics and understanding a company's unique value in order to thrive during market softness. She highlights the story of a materials company that successfully increase sales by emphasizing their value in use to customers. She also

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