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Two New Directors Add Expertise to ChemQuest Team
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce the appointment of two new directors: John Giudici and William (Bill) Worms. An operations transformation leader, John has built considerable expertise in strategic planning and execution, manufacturing operations, performance and process improvements, product and quality management, and productivity optimization. Bill is a seasoned business executive with expertise leading public and private companies, associations, and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) organizations.
Kevin Biller Inducted into Powder Coating Institute Hall of Fame
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce that Kevin Biller, director of ChemQuest Powder Coating Research, was inducted into the Powder Coating Institute (PCI) Hall of Fame at the conclusion of the organization’s annual meeting on May 30.
Heshmatazad Joins ChemQuest as a Director
The ChemQuest Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Roudabeh (Rudi) Heshmatazad as a director. Heshmatazad is a strategic and forward-thinking business leader with decades of experience translating consumer insight into innovative, market-winning products. Known for building and expanding portfolios through a deep understanding of market dynamics, data analytics, and consumer behavior, she excels in driving cross-functional collaboration across R&D, marketing, and operations to deliver impactful, scalable solutions.
Market Reports
U.S. Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2023 – 2028)
Global Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2024 – 2029)
Articles
Navigating the Maze, Part 1: Building a Better Path – Why Interdisciplinary Teams are Key to Evaluating Opportunities
In the specialty chemicals and materials industry, the pace of innovation, shifting customer needs, and growing regulatory complexity make it challenging to determine where to invest time, talent, and resources. Whether you’re evaluating new R&D initiatives, exploring emerging markets, or launching new product lines, the path forward can often feel uncertain. That’s where a structured, interdisciplinary approach can help.
Understanding Overall Equipment Effectiveness
One ripe target for optimizing operations in many organizations is overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), which compares your operation’s ideal performance to its overall real performance. Minor improvements in operations OEE can make a major difference to overall total productive maintenance (TPM), the goal of which is to maximize your equipment’s efficiency and minimize downtime.
Planning for the Future
Uncertainty continues to cause concern throughout the international business landscape, and the specialty chemicals and advanced materials sectors are no exception. When faced with shifting tariffs, escalating trade wars, and a volatile geopolitical climate, many companies choose a “wait and see” approach instead of taking proactive steps to ensure their long-term success. This risk-averse mindset is counterproductive, as inertia not only inhibits your company’s progress but hands your competitors the opportunity to pass you by.
ChemQuest Q&A: Rich Gibson
Rich Gibson joined ChemQuest as a director in 2021 after a more than 30-year career at Milliken & Co. In addition to assisting clients with projects in the Business Strategy & Transformation, Operational Excellence, and M&A Advisory pillars, he is also now part of our global business development team. I had the chance recently to catch up with Rich, learn more about his background, and hear his thoughts on trends that are influencing today’s business leaders.
Exploring the Data and Dynamics that Shape the Global Paint and Coatings Industry
The Global Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2024-2029) provides data, insights, and forecasts to deliver a thorough picture of the dynamics shaping the industry. While the complementary U.S. Market Analysis for the Paint & Coatings Industry (2023-2028) focuses on the domestic landscape, the Global Market Analysis provides an international scope. In addition, detailed regional chapters focus on North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa.
Matching Powder Coatings to End-Use Applications: A Practical Overview
Selecting the correct powder coating for a specific end-use application is critical but can be a mystery to applicators, product developers, and end users due to the variety of chemistries and industry terminology. Gaining a fundamental understanding of why certain powder coatings are used for specific applications can help you make more informed decisions.
Newsletters
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – May/June 2025
When faced with uncertainty, many companies choose a “wait and see” approach instead of taking proactive steps to ensure their long-term success. This risk-averse mindset is counterproductive, as inertia not only inhibits your company’s progress but hands your...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – March/April 2025
As widespread U.S. import tariffs become a reality and various international tensions escalate (e.g., Russia and Ukraine, China and Taiwan), understanding global dynamics is more important than ever when developing effective business strategy. After all, it is...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – January/February 2025
“I didn’t know ChemQuest could do that.” This is a comment I’ve heard from new contacts and existing industry partners alike. They may know us for one or two areas of expertise but are unaware that we routinely support a range of initiatives, often within the same...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – November/December 2024
The higher costs associated with anticipated higher import tariffs are certainly challenging. The question is: What is the best course of action for your business? Numerous supply chain strategies should be at the top of your list for consideration. Could your company...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – September/October 2024
Foreign investment in the U.S. is being increasingly discussed throughout our network. These are complicated undertakings for our clients, requiring deep expertise not only in manufacturing processes but in the specific needs of specialty chemicals and advanced...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – July/August 2024
Business Cycle Analysis is a powerful tool that enables companies to proactively assess the economy, identify trends, and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Just as we encourage clients to explore BCA—and we frequently apply the tool in our work on their behalf—I...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – May/June 2024
Certainly on paper, moving your production may seem like a clear, straightforward solution to numerous operational challenges. In practice, however, the process is extremely complicated with myriad issues that need to be fully considered in order to ensure success....
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – March/April 2024
Although remote communication has become the norm, nothing can replace in-person interactions. The ability to fully articulate ideas and concepts without time constraints, to have spontaneous discussions, to meet unexpected new colleagues – these are just a few of the...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – January/February 2024
New Year’s resolutions are notoriously difficult to achieve. As 2024 gets fully underway, be assured that we at ChemQuest are always resolved – 24/7/365 – to support you and your business. Our team is uniquely equipped to not only help you identify achievable goals...
The ChemQuest Group Newsletter – November/December 2023
As the holiday season approaches and we begin to consider year-end results, the specialty chemicals sector can look back on 2023 as a stabilizing time. The major disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and various supply chain crises are finally in the past, and...
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