ACD is supported by a number of committees that provide thought leadership on issues and programs that are integral to ACD members and the chemical distribution industry. These volunteer-based committees identify, develop, and ensure the implementation of high-quality programs and resources that promote the growth and betterment of member companies and the industry as a whole.
Interested in volunteering for a committee? Please contact the ACD staff representative of your committee of interest.
Mission: To identify, develop, and ensure the implementation of high quality education programs for employees of all levels in ACD member companies and Affiliates, plus key stakeholders. The Emerging Leaders Program is under the purview of this committee.
Staff Contact: Tracey Pierce
Mission: To provide an educational program for operational-level employees. Responsibilities include developing the program content (keynote speaker selection, identifying educational session topics and speakers), recruiting new exhibitors, inviting new attendees, and increasing the participation of the non-attending members.
Staff Contact: Tracey Pierce
Mission:To ensure funds held in the operation of ACD are invested in compliance with the board-approved Investment Policy and Guidelines and to achieve maximum returns within those guidelines.
Staff Contact: Lisa Vienna
Mission: To educate the ACD membership on the necessity of consistent and ongoing advocacy efforts, to promote informed legislation for the betterment of the chemical distribution industry and society, and to take proactive positions to elect candidates who support our legislative positions.
Staff Contact: Doug Leigh
Subcommittees
Mission: To work with the board to identify and develop volunteers across all committee and subcommittee roles and to nominate volunteers to the board on an annual basis. This committee will seek members who wish to contribute to the organizational success of the Association and ensure they have the training, skills and competencies to serve in leadership positions.
Staff Contact: Lucinda Schofer and Lisa Vienna
Mission: To promote growth and retention of ACD distributor member and Affiliate companies.
Staff Contact: Jenni Jenkins
Mission: The Producer Affiliate Relations Committee's mission is to enhance relationships and collaborate on common issues between distributors and affiliates, to communicate the professionalism of the chemical distribution industry throughout the supply chain, and to evaluate continually the value/benefits of the Affiliate program. This committee will also serve as a networking group and will provide feedback or input to the Responsible Distribution Committee on issues that need to be addressed as appropriate.
Staff Contact: Jenni Jenkins
Mission: To lead implementation of all aspects of ACD’s Responsible Distribution® program through effective program management, which includes training, guidance, implementation, marketing, reporting, and continuous improvement of Responsible Distribution.
Staff Contact: Caroline Brooks
Mission: The Chemical Product Safety Subcommittee focuses on promoting responsible chemical handling to safeguard the environment and the public, with a specific emphasis on policies related to the Toxic Substances Control Act, the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, and the Hazard Communication Standard.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
Mission: The Facility Process & Safety Subcommittee addresses regulatory and policy issues related to facility operations, including Risk Management Program, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and labor requirements, and supports risk-based, clear, and consistent safety frameworks that promote continuous improvement in chemical storage, handling, transportation, and disposal.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
Mission: The Food & Drug Subcommittee addresses regulatory compliance and safety requirements for FDA-regulated products, including pharmaceuticals, food, and dietary supplements to support public health protection and regulatory compliance.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
Mission: The International Regulation Subcommittee monitors and addresses global chemical regulatory developments, including the various international Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) programs, that support compliance and informed industry engagement.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
Mission: The Security and Controlled Substances Subcommittee focuses on policies that are risk-based, evolve to meet new threats, integrate emerging technology, streamline reporting requirements, and invite stakeholder input.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
Mission: The Transportation Subcommittee focuses on transportation-related issues across trucking, motor carriers, rail, air, ocean shipping, and hazardous materials transport to support safe and compliant chemical distribution.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
Mission: The Trade Subcommittee focuses on ensuring trade policies continue to afford American businesses, like our members, opportunities to thrive in today's competitive global economy.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
Mission: The Tax Subcommittee focuses on working toward a balanced tax system that does not impose undue burdens on the business community, protects the American economy, and advances innovation.
Staff Contact: Ameenah Habib
We are accepting committee member applications now. Apply below: