Women in Chemicals

Women in Chemical's interview, Melissa Ripperger, Executive Business Partner at Tilley Distribution, for Woman of the Week 8/28/2026.

Women in Chemical's interview, Sandra Argenson, Global Controller at Wego, for Woman of the Week 7/31/2026.

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.