Chemical company DuPont announced the naming of three executive vice presidents who will play key roles as DuPont accelerates its delivery of science-based solutions to markets around the world.
The appointments involve Jeffrey L. Keefer as Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Gary M. Pfeiffer, who will retire at the end of this year; and Thomas M. Connelly, Jr., and Ellen J. Kullman, whose responsibilities will be expanded. They join Chief Operating Officer Richard R. Goodmanson as DuPont executive vice presidents.
"In their new roles, these leaders will build on the company's positive momentum in increasing the pace of scientific innovation, accelerating the commercialization of bio-based materials, and strengthening our connection to customers and market needs worldwide," said DuPont Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Charles O. Holliday, Jr.
The executive vice president appointments are as follows:
Thomas M. Connelly, Jr. 53, currently senior vice president and chief science and technology officer, will become Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer. Connelly's responsibilities will be focused on DuPont Bio-Based Materials, specifically enabling the delivery of DuPont innovations to the marketplace in line with rapidly increasing demand for a range of end- uses.
DuPont has estimated the net present value of its bio-based materials pipeline to be more than $3 billion. Connelly also will continue to ensure that DuPont's science and innovation is tightly connected to customers and market needs.
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