SOCMA News Archives

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

SOCMA in Washington: Specialty Chemical Leaders Push for Growth, Innovation & Reshoring

This week, SOCMA board members and executives from leading specialty chemical companies convened in Washington, D.C., for the association’s spring board meeting and federal fly-in.

May 23, 2025

From Insights to Action: ESG & Sustainability in Specialty Chemicals

I recently had the privilege of moderating SOCMA's 2025 ESG & Sustainability Workshop in Indianapolis. As participants begin implementing what they learned, I wanted to share how the insights from this event can translate into practical action for specialty chemical manufacturers.

April 25, 2025

SOCMA Statement on Reciprocal Tariffs and U.S. Manufacturing Strategy

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) shares the Trump administration’s goal of revitalizing American manufacturing.

April 3, 2025

SOCMA Adds Six New Members to Growing Network

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) continues to expand its industry reach, welcoming six new members in February — bringing the year’s total to nine so far.

March 11, 2025

SOCMA Statement on President Trump’s Address to a Joint Session of Congress

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) welcomes President Trump’s vision for strengthening American manufacturing, reducing regulatory burdens, and ensuring a competitive business environment, as outlined in his Address to a Joint Session of Congress.

March 5, 2025

SOCMA Urges Trade Policies that Balance Domestic Protection with Access to Critical Materials

The Trump Administration announcement imposing a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and an additional 10% on goods from China is a significant shift in U.S. trade policy and poses serious challenges for the specialty chemical sector, disrupting well-established supply chains and increasing operational costs for manufacturers.

February 2, 2025

SOCMA Commends Congressional Focus on Revitalizing TSCA and Advancing U.S. Chemical Innovation

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) commends the House Energy and Commerce Committee for its focus on strengthening the new chemicals review process under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). A streamlined and efficient review process is critical to fostering innovation, enabling the development of new chemicals, and maintaining America's leadership in specialty chemical manufacturing.

January 22, 2025

An Open Letter to the Trump Administration

As the Trump administration prepares to take office, the specialty chemical manufacturing industry stands ready to support and drive the nation’s economic renewal.

January 20, 2025

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