Albemarle Announces New Supply Chain Leadership

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Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) has appointed Maria Brennan as the new Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective April 29, 2022. Brennan, with extensive experience from Domtar and major companies like General Mills and PepsiCo, is expected to enhance Albemarle's supply chain efficiency. CEO Kent Masters emphasized her capability in driving improvements that will contribute to a more agile and sustainable supply chain, benefiting all stakeholders. Albemarle is known for its leadership in lithium, bromine, and catalysts, focusing on sustainable practices.

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• Appointment of Maria Brennan as Chief Supply Chain Officer expected to enhance efficiency.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a leader in the global specialty chemicals industry, announced today that Maria Brennan has joined the company as Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective April 29, 2022.

Brennan joins Albemarle from Domtar, a leading provider of fiber-based products based in South Carolina, where she served as Senior Vice President Procurement. Her previous experience also includes progressive leadership roles in procurement and supply chain with General Mills Inc., Merisant Worldwide Inc., PepsiCo, and ConAgra.   

"Maria's strong experience in operating improvements and processes that reduce cost and increase quality, flexibility, and efficiency will serve Albemarle well as we continue to build an agile and sustainable end-to-end supply chain function that drives long-term value for all Albemarle stakeholders," said Albemarle CEO Kent Masters.

Brennan earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering from the State University of New York, Buffalo.

About Albemarle Corporation
Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) is a global specialty chemicals company with leading positions in lithium, bromine, and catalysts. We think beyond business as usual to power the potential of companies in many of the world's largest and most critical industries, such as energy, electronics, and transportation. We actively pursue a sustainable approach to managing our diverse global footprint of world-class resources. In conjunction with our highly experienced and talented global teams, our deep-seated values, and our collaborative customer relationships, we create value-added and performance-based solutions that enable a safer and more sustainable future.

We regularly post information to www.albemarle.com, including notification of events, news, financial performance, investor presentations and webcasts, non-GAAP reconciliations, SEC filings and other information regarding our company, its businesses and the markets it serves.

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief Supply Chain Officer at Albemarle?

Maria Brennan has been appointed as the new Chief Supply Chain Officer at Albemarle.

When did Maria Brennan start her role at Albemarle?

Maria Brennan started her role as Chief Supply Chain Officer on April 29, 2022.

What previous experience does Maria Brennan have?

Maria Brennan previously served as Senior Vice President Procurement at Domtar and held roles at General Mills, PepsiCo, and ConAgra.

What is the significance of Brennan's appointment for Albemarle?

Brennan's appointment is expected to enhance supply chain efficiency and drive long-term value for Albemarle.

What industries does Albemarle operate in?

Albemarle operates in the specialty chemicals industry, with leading positions in lithium, bromine, and catalysts.