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You can gain direct access to industry experts for the latest insights and innovations in plastics through events, workshops, webinars, and publications.

You can grow in the plastics industry through building relationships with your peers, participating in events, engaging in SPE’s online communities, and by connecting through mentorship opportunities.

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SPE offers pathways for you to become a leader in plastics, helping you build your network, gain industry recognition, and advance professionally.

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SPE connects your business with influential industry leaders, including key decision-makers, through multiple platforms, that help strengthen your presence in the plastics industry.

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SPE supports the plastics industry through the SPE Foundation by funding educational programs, and providing grants and scholarships for students. SPE also supports the industry through participating in programs such as the United Nations Environment Assembly.

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2024 SPE Elections

Candidates for SPE Board of Directors

President-Elect — Candidate recommended by the Nominating Committee

Scott Eastman, Ph.D.

Senior Manager, R&D
Rogers Corporation

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SPE Directors — Candidates recommended by the Nominating Committee

The following candidates have been put forth by the Nominating Committee as their preferred candidates for the open Director positions.

Mubashir Qamar Ansari, Ph.D.

Associate Research Scientist, Core R&D
Dow

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Margaret Sobkowicz Kline, Ph.D.

Professor, UMass Lowell
Co-Director, SWIMMER NRT

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James Waddell

Founder and Managing Partner
Plastic Concepts & Innovations, LLC

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Other Eligible SPE Directors — The following candidates are also running for an open seat on the board

Jungmee Kang, Ph.D.

Director, Customer Solutions Center
LG Chem

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Luyi Sun, Ph.D.

Professor
UConn

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SPE-Inspiring Plastics Professionals

84 countries and 85.6k+ stakeholders strong, SPE unites plastics professionals worldwide – helping them succeed and strengthening their skills through networking, events, training, and knowledge sharing.

No matter where you work in the plastics industry value chain-whether you're a scientist, engineer, technical personnel or a senior executive-nor what your background is, education, gender, culture or age-we are here to serve you.

Our members needs are our passion. We work hard so that we can ensure that everyone has the tools necessary to meet her or his personal & professional goals.