David E. Faherty

The Dow Chemical Co. engages in the manufacture and distribution of chemicals, plastics, industrial and agricultural products. It serves agriculture, automotive, building and construction, consumer, electronic materials, infrastructure, packaging, product finder and product safety industries. The company was founded by Herbert Henry Dow in 1897 and is headquartered in Midland, MI.

Great Lakes Chemical Corp. (NYSE: GLK) is a global company dedicated to delivering innovative, market-focused specialty chemical solutions and consumer products. The Company's products and services help treat and purify water, keep surfaces in and around the home shining, protect against and extinguish fire, and enhance the stability and performance of a wide range of consumer products, such as computers, electronics, automobiles, packaging, building materials and furniture. The Company is organized into two global business units that serve diverse markets around the world: Industrial Performance Products and Consumer Products

Part of Innospec, Inc., Associated Octel Co. develops and manufactures inorganic and organic fuel additives. The company is based in Ellesmere Port, UK.

Troy Corp. develops and manufactures specialty materials. It offers coatings preservatives, wood protection, powder coatings, plastics, and energy products. The firm also provides field testing, microbiology, and regulatory support. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Florham Park, NJ.