SOCMA: Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates

ABOUT THIS EVENT

• Open to Non-Members 
• Hi-level Executives, DCAT Week Attendees 
• Networking, Cocktails, Lunch, Speaker

March 18, 2010
John Jacob Astor Salon, 3rd Floor
The Waldorf=Astoria
New York City, New York

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March Luncheon Speech Topic Announced

The Future of Fine Chemicals: Where Do We Go From Here?

The fine chemicals industry has been faced with increased commoditization, lower rates of innovation, and stronger competition for decades. The next decade will see more of the same and prove pivotal for Western manufacturers. Today, as we struggle to emerge from the global financial crisis, we should look to the future with concerned yet hopeful eyes. To emerge successful, we must put our old ways of doing business behind us by leveraging the entire value chain, by taking a more holistic approach to innovation, and by reinventing our current business models.

Mr. Borgas will discuss value-creating opportunities to tackle these great challenges.

Stefan Borgas has been the CEO of Lonza since 2004. Prior to coming to Lonza, Mr. Borgas held various positions at BASF Group. The most recent position was Group Vice-President, Regional Business Unit Fine Chemicals North America. Mr. Borgas is a member of the Board of Directors of Syngenta and a Board Member of the Swiss American Chamber of Commerce.

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Keeping with tradition, SOCMA’s Annual March Luncheon will take place at the luxurious Waldorf=Astoria in New York City on Thursday, March 18.  The Luncheon is always held in conjunction with DCAT week.  Each year it draws hundreds of chemical executives from around the world for networking and a special lunch presentation by an industry leader. 

AGENDA:

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM - Registration
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM - Cocktail Reception
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Lunch with Speaker

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Registration Fees

• Member:  $225 
• Non-Member: $299

REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY:
For a full refund, requests must be made in writing and received via email or fax (202) 296-8120 no later than February 26, 2010.  No refunds will be granted after February 26, 2010. Substitutions are welcome.

HOTEL ROOM INFORMATION:
The Waldorf=Astoria
301 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10022-6897
Call Reservations: (212) 355-3000
Website: http://waldorfastoria.com 

SOCMA is not hosting a room block for this meeting.  For the best available hotel rate, contact the Waldorf=Astoria directly or visit DCAT’s website for DCAT negotiated hotel rates.

Questions? Contact Alicia Massey at (202) 721-4165.