WASHINGTON, DC (Nov. 18, 2024) – The American Chemistry Council (ACC) has announced that Steve Prusak, President & CEO of Chevron Phillips Chemical, will become ACC’s newest officer, with a term beginning on January 1, 2025.
“Steve will provide a highly respected leadership example for the industry by advocating for policies that support growing chemical production here in the United States, demonstrating the importance of engaging with and supporting local communities, and delivering business value throughout the chemical and plastics supply chain,” said ACC President and CEO, Chris Jahn. “I’m pleased to have him serve in this important leadership capacity.”
“Steve truly lives the values of Responsible Care®, demonstrating every day his commitment to his employees, his stakeholders and the communities he serves,” said Erin Kane, President & CEO of AdvanSix and Chair of the ACC Board of Directors. “That dedication, combined with his 30 years of experience and versatility across corporate planning, R&D and continuous improvement of business processes and operations, will be invaluable to ACC in the years ahead.”
“I’m eager to serve as the newest ACC officer alongside so many capable industry leaders,” said Prusak. “This is an incredibly dynamic time for our industry, and I look forward to working with ACC to overcome challenges and seize opportunities that will help advance ACC’s vision for a world made better by chemistry.”
Prusak will first assume the role of Vice Chairman of the Board and chair of ACC’s Board Finance, Audit and Membership Committee. He’ll serve in this capacity for one year, followed by a one-year term each as Chairman of the Executive Committee and Chairman of the Board.