Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global technology and specialty
materials company, today announced that Jay V. Ihlenfeld has been
elected to the company’s board of directors. Ihlenfeld is senior vice
president, Asia Pacific for 3M Company. Previously, Ihlenfeld served as
3M’s senior vice president, Research & Development. A 33-year veteran of
3M Company, Ihlenfeld has also held various leadership and technology
positions, including vice president of its Performance Materials
business and executive vice president of its Sumitomo/3M business in
Japan.
“Jay’s leadership in the Asia Pacific region, coupled with his expertise
in technology and innovation, aligns with Celanese’s strategic growth
plans and will serve us well as we continue to create value for our
shareholders,” said David Weidman, chairman and chief executive officer.
Ihlenfeld received his bachelor’s of science degree in Chemical
Engineering from Purdue University and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering
from the University of Wisconsin.
Ihlenfeld will serve on Celanese’s board of directors until the
company’s annual meeting of stockholders in April 2012, at which time he
will be a nominee for election by stockholders.
About CelaneseCelanese Corporation is a global technology leader in the production
of specialty materials and chemical products which are used in most
major industries and consumer applications. Our products, essential to
everyday living, are manufactured in North America, Europe and Asia.
Known for operational excellence, sustainability and premier safety
performance, Celanese delivers value to customers around the globe with
best-in-class technologies. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company employs
approximately 7,600 employees worldwide and had 2011 net sales of $6.8
billion, with approximately 73% generated outside of North America. For
more information about Celanese Corporation and its global product
offerings, visit www.celanese.com.
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