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SOCMA Announces Jenn Klein as Incoming President & Chief Executive Officer

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) today announced that Jenn Klein, an accomplished association executive with more than 25 years of government affairs and industry leadership experience, has been selected as the organization’s next President & Chief Executive Officer after a national search. Klein will assume the role on January 12, 2026.

December 8, 2025

SOCMA Welcomes Seven New Members Representing Innovation Across Specialty Chemicals

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) announces seven new members joining in 2025 and 2026:

November 19, 2025

SOCMA Recognizes 2025 Safety and Leadership Recipients for Advancing Excellence Across the Specialty Chemical Industry

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) proudly announced the recipients of its 2025 Safety Recognition Program during the association's annual Safety Recognition Program & Dinner at the SOCMA Summit in San Antonio, Texas.

November 6, 2025

SOCMA Report Finds Specialty Chemical Manufacturers Strong, Adaptive, and Positioned for Growth

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) today released its 2026 Contract Manufacturing Outlook, capturing an industry that is resilient, innovative, and prepared for the challenges ahead.

October 23, 2025

SOCMA Welcomes Five New Members in Q3 2025

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) is pleased to announce the addition of five new members in Q3 2025.

September 23, 2025

Pilot Chemical Company Announces Exclusive Global Licensing Agreement with RiKarbon Inc.

Pilot Chemical Company Announces Exclusive Global Licensing Agreement with RiKarbon Inc. CINCINNATI (September 2, 2025) – Pilot Chemical Company, a... View Article

September 2, 2025

A Conversation with Vera Stoeva, Interim President & CEO

A Conversation with Vera Stoeva, Interim President & CEO In this Q&A, Vera shares her vision for SOCMA’s future, her... View Article

August 29, 2025

Leadership Transition Update from SOCMA Board Chair

Leadership Transition Update from SOCMA Board Chair August 07, 2025 After nearly nine years of dedicated leadership, SOCMA President &... View Article

August 7, 2025

SOCMA President & CEO Jennifer Abril to Depart After Nearly a Decade of Transformational Leadership

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) announced today that President & CEO Jennifer Abril will step down in August 2025 after nearly nine years at the helm of the organization. Abril will assume a new role as President & CEO of the American Cleaning Institute.

June 16, 2025

SOCMA Welcomes Three New Members, Expanding Industry Expertise

Two manufacturers and one service provider have joined the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) in the second quarter of 2025, further demonstrating the specialty chemical industry’s expanding reach across critical sectors.

June 11, 2025

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