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Victoria Meyer

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Feb 22, 2022 • 44min

39. Managing Crisis Communications: How To Save Your Reputation With Gerard Braud

How do you manage crisis communications in your business? Victoria Meyer presents Gerard Braud, the founder and CEO of SituationHub. Gerard explains that the goal in crisis communications is to gather information fast, confirm that information, and turn that information into a statement to your stakeholders. It’s best to prioritize reporting to your employees. Why? Because if you don’t, they may spread rumors and damage the company’s reputation. Proactively answer questions before they are asked. If you want to find out more strategies for managing crisis communications, tune in!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Feb 15, 2022 • 38min

38. How To Make Customer Experience Work For Your Business With Jon Picoult

Great customer experience is one of the building blocks for success. If you plan for the long term, having a solid customer experience system is a must. Victoria Meyer dives into the subject with the founder of Watermark Consulting, Jon Picoult. Jon looks at the mechanics of customer loyalty and why what you do for them matters. We take an in-depth view of the importance of the customer experience and what you can do to enhance it. Learn more about the ins and outs of business and building a relationship with your customers, and find success.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Feb 8, 2022 • 40min

37. Search, Source, Buy: Austin Britts On Chemical Sourcing Operations

Chemical Trading is one of the less typical careers one goes into. Not everyone has the superficial idea or the intensive knack for navigating through the complicated chemical sourcing and distribution system. However, experienced entrepreneur, Austin Britts, has been in the business for years, establishing several successful start-ups spanning from CPG brands to technology companies. Austin continues to thrive in the field by offering access to more opportunities and creating growth potential for every member of the chemical distribution industry. Listen in as BluePallet co-founder and current VP of Sales Operations, Austin, joins Victoria Meyer to provide a solution to make sourcing raw materials a lot simpler - from search to logistics and everything in-between.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Feb 1, 2022 • 30min

36. How China’s Response To Chemicals Is Affecting the World With John Richardson of ICIS

China dominates global demand and is the largest importer of chemicals and polymers, so any initiative it takes affects the global market. In this episode, John Richardson, a Senior Consultant at ICIS, talks about the biggest contributor to the chemicals market in detail. John focuses on the polypropylene and polyethylene markets. These chemicals are primarily used for packaging, including plastic bags, plastic films, geomembranes, and containers. Due to issues with carbon emissions, China increased some restrictions and requirements for factories which resulted in supply chain issues for the chemical industry. John provides the objective analysis to manage businesses in today’s uncertain and ever-changing world. Stay tuned and find out more!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Jan 25, 2022 • 24min

35. Reporting on the Chemical Industry in 2021 and The Future with Craig Bettenhausen

Writing for a magazine that revolves around the chemical industry can be tricky. As a chemical business reporter, you need to be able to talk to the right people and get the right stories. You also need to remember that you're writing for the readers. Join Victoria Meyer and her guest, Craig Bettenhausen, as they talk about the chemical industry from a writer's perspective. Craig is a business reporter at Chemical & Engineering News. He covers specialty chemicals, carbon capture, industrial gasses, and more. Learn the best stories from 2021 and what to look forward to in 2022.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Jan 18, 2022 • 46min

34. Taking on 2021: Navigating a Cyber Attack, Acquisitions and More with Brad Beauchamp

Just when we thought there could be nothing more in store than 2020, along came 2021. The year brought business challenges ranging from cyber-attacks to weather events to a continuation of the pandemic. Carpenter Co. is not an exception, having been a target of a hacking attack that almost disrupted their business. But rather than letting the challenges sweep them away, they have managed to become stronger than ever. Its CEO, Brad Beauchamp, is back on the show to share with us how they took on 2021—from dealing with hacking, to M&As, to creating a strong culture for both employees and customers. Facing the new year forward, Brad then shares what they learned from these significant events that greatly impacted the company and how they are going to apply it as they plan for the future. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Jan 11, 2022 • 30min

33. Trey Hamblet - 2022 Chemical Investment Outlook

The demand for everything chemical recovers quickly. The 2022 chemical investment outlook is promising. Victoria Meyer’s guest in this episode is Trey Hamblet, the VP of Chemicals Research for Industrial Info Resources. Trey talks with Victoria about insights and predictions on how chemical investments will fare in 2022. The best course of action is to tackle key investments that increase profitability. So far, logical constraints don’t hold back chemical investments, and technologies are developing green initiatives that garner huge public support. Do you want to know more about the 2022 chemical investment outlook? Tune in!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Dec 28, 2021 • 14min

32. The Chemical Industry's 10 Most Significant Events Of 2021

For The Chemical Show's last episode of 2021, Victoria Meyer looks back on the most significant events of the year for the chemical industry. From the newest policies implemented, the disasters that shook the world, and the issues that made everyone rethink, she goes through them all. Victoria also highlights one event that contributes to the progress of the chemical industry and also very close to her heart.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Dec 14, 2021 • 30min

31. Understanding TSCA And Its Impact On Chemical Regulations With Lynn Bergeson

When the Toxic Substances Control Act was updated in 2016, EPA gained authority to require chemical manufacturers and industries to submit reporting, record-keeping, and testing requirements. Since this changed the way chemicals are developed, produced, and distributed, understanding TSCA is a must to remain compliant. Victoria Meyer explores this topic further with a certified TSCA expert, Lynn L.  Bergeson. She is Managing Partner at Bergerson & Campbell PC and Host of All Things Chemical®. She explains how this act challenges chemical innovation and affects the global regulations of US-based businesses today. Lynn also discusses the rise of PFAS and what it actually means for chemical companies out there. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com
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Nov 30, 2021 • 18min

30. The Future Of Packaging: Sustainability And Digitization With Pactiv Evergreen CPO Emelia Nosser

Pactiv Evergreen is one of North America’s largest fresh food and beverage packaging suppliers, a global leader in paper packaging solutions. Joining Victoria Meyer in this episode is Emelia Nosser, Chief Procurement Officer for the company. Emelia shares how Pactiv Evergreen stands out from the rest and how they’ve thrived throughout the challenges brought on by the pandemic in the last couple of years. She underscores their move towards sustainability and digitization to adapt to the needs of their customers and the world. Tune in to learn more!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://www.thechemicalshow.com/ Sponsored by:World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.com

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