This week, the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) came together for our most anticipated event of the year: the ACD Annual Meeting. As Chair of the Board, I had a front-row seat to the incredible conversations, connections, and opportunities before us. This year, members of the chemical distribution industry met on Marco Island, Florida, to discuss the lessons that our industry has learned in the past year and explore what we can do to strengthen the future of chemical distribution amid great uncertainty.
From October 19th to 25th, the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) will join the American Chemical Society (ACS) and members of the chemical industry to celebrate National Chemistry Week. This week marks the important and essential role that chemistry plays in enhancing our daily lives.
From geopolitical tensions to trade negotiations and economic volatility, the chemical distribution industry is navigating a landscape defined by uncertainties and disruptions. But how can we achieve a more resilient path forward, together? We must “Adapt. Lead. Succeed.”
Another summer has come and gone, and students have settled into classes once again. As they continue through the year, courses in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) remain essential to a well-rounded education and more importantly a potential career in our industry. As research and development of new technologies and processes become more complex, STEM know-how is increasingly important in so many jobs within our companies that can make our industry – and our member companies – stand out.
The chemical distribution industry is facing a surge in sophisticated fraud schemes, with criminals increasingly targeting payments and chemical deliveries. Today’s schemes are increasingly sophisticated, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), and scams are harder to spot than ever.
It’s now only a few weeks until the year’s premier event for chemical distribution operations and logistics professionals – and from an exhibitor’s perspective, the 2025 ChemEdge Trade Show and Conference is perfect for reuniting with customers and building relationships with new prospects.
ChemEdge 2025 is just around the corner, and as the leading operations and logistics conference in chemical distribution, it’s more than just a conference – it’s a hub for innovation and collaboration. Taking place this year in Louisville, Kentucky, from August 13-15, ChemEdge is a place for industry professionals to share best practices, explore emerging market trends, and broaden their networks.
As summer temperatures continue to rise, there’s no better time to talk about what ACD members can expect this summer and what precautions businesses can take to protect workers from extreme temperatures.
At ChemEdge 2025, the future of chemical distribution isn’t just discussed—it’s demonstrated. The Innovation Demo Stage at the ChemEdge 2025 Conference and Trade Show returns this year to offer attendees an exclusive look at the latest tools and technologies that help businesses in the chemical distribution industry stay competitive, productive, and compliant.
In April, ACD members gathered in Ohio for a special one-day regional Responsible Distribution Spring Workshop to learn about the progress being made with RD23 and some of the common non-conformances seen over the first two years of the program.