DuPont Performance Polymers, an American chemical company, has appointed Edward Breen and James Gallogly as independent directors to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
DuPont’s CEO, Ellen Kullman said, “Breen and Gallogly will bring their deep expertise and business acumen to an already highly distinguished DuPont Board as we continue the transformation of the company to deliver strong, sustainable growth, and shareholder value.”DuPont Performance Polymers, an American chemical company, has appointed Edward Breen and James Gallogly as independent directors to its #
Breen said, “DuPont is a company with strong corporate governance practices and a world-class Board comprised of proven leaders across global industries. I am excited about joining this Board, which has demonstrated active oversight of a strategy that is delivering results and positioning the company for future success.”
Gallogly said, “This is a critical and exciting time at DuPont, as the company continues to transform its portfolio and execute its comprehensive realignment. I look forward to working with my fellow directors and the management team to oversee the execution of these initiatives and to drive growth and generate value for all of the Company’s shareholders.”
Breen currently serves as the chairman of the Board of Directors of Tyco International plc. Breen currently serves on the Board of Comcast and is a member of the Advisory Board of New Mountain Capital LLC, a private equity firm, and also serves on the Board of Trustees of Grove City College.
Gallogly previously served as the chairman of the management board and chief executive officer of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. He is a member of the University of Oklahoma’s Engineering Board of Visitors and the University of Colorado Engineering Advisory Council.
DuPont is a leading producer of Neoprene polychloroprene in the US through manufacturing operations at its Pontchartrain Works site in La Place, La. (GK)
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