Press Releases
CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY CONGRATULATES GOVERNOR-ELECT MIKIE SHERRILL & DR. CALDWELL ON HISTORIC WIN
TRENTON, NJ – (November 5, 2025) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) and its more than 100 member companies, representing the state’s largest manufacturing sector and a $15 billion industry, congratulate Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill on her historic victory and election as New Jersey’s 57th governor.
CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY ELECTS FOUR NEW MEMBERS TO ITS BOARD OF TRUSTEES
TRENTON, NJ – (October 29, 2025) -The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) is pleased to announce the election of four new members to its Board of Trustees, bringing the total number of Board members to twenty. The newly elected Trustees represent a broad cross-section of New Jersey’s chemistry and manufacturing community and reflect the Council’s ongoing commitment to ensuring strong, diverse leadership that advances its advocacy and policy priorities.
CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPOINTS TWO NEW MEMBERS FROM IFF AND CRODA
TRENTON, NJ – (August 6, 2025) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) is pleased to announce the appointment of Hayden Demos, U.S. Government and Public Affairs Manager for International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), and Charles Gzemski, Global Product Safety and Regulatory Affairs Manager at Croda Inc., to its Board of Trustees. The appointments were approved unanimously at a recent meeting of the Board.
CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY HONORS JOHNSON MATTHEY AND ROUX WITH CHAIRPERSON’S AWARDS AT 40TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – (April 29, 2025) – During the dinner reception held on April 28, 2025, as part of the Chemistry Council of New Jersey’s (CCNJ) 40th Annual Conference, the Council proudly presented its highest honor, the Chairperson’s Award, to two distinguished companies: Johnson Matthey, recognized as the Regular Member Company recipient, and Roux, honored as the Associate Member Company recipient.
CCNJ APPLAUDS GOVERNOR MURPHY’S CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN MANUFACTURING IN FY2026 BUDGET
TRENTON – (February 25, 2025) – Today, Governor Murphy presented his FY2026 budget, recommending $58.1 billion in appropriations. The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) appreciates the Governor’s continued commitment to fiscal responsibility and economic growth and remains eager to work with the administration and the Legislature to ensure a budget that supports all New Jerseyans, including the state’s employers.
CCNJ UNVEILS 40TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE AGENDA: INDUSTRY LEADERS FROM EVONIK, AMERICAN CHEMISTRY COUNCIL, AND DOW TO KEYNOTE
Trenton, NJ – (January 31, 2025) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) has unveiled the agenda for its 40th Annual Conference, set for April 28-29, 2025, at The Ocean Casino & Resort in Atlantic City.
CCNJ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DENNIS HART’S STATEMENT ON GOVERNOR MURPHY’S STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.
TRENTON – (January 14, 2025) – “The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) applauds Governor Murphy for highlighting the strength and promise of our great state in the 2025 State of the State address. The Governor’s vision of a stronger, fairer economy aligns with our shared commitment to New Jersey’s growth and success.
CCNJ MOURNS THE LOSS OF MICHAEL ARON, ESTEEMED JOURNALIST AND FRIEND
TRENTON – (August 13, 2024) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) issued the following statement on the passing of Michael Aron.
CCNJ BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPOINTS HOLLENDER AND MCCABE AS NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBER REPRESENTATIVES
TRENTON, NJ – (Aug. 7, 2024) – At its recent meeting, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Rebecca Hollender, Practice Leader with TRC, and Carol McCabe, Managing Partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, to serve a two-year term on the Board as representatives of our Associate Member companies starting in September 2024.
CCNJ BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTS NEW LEADERSHIP, GRANT HUTCHINGS OF INFINEUM USA L.P., ELECTED CHAIR
TRENTON, NJ – (July 30, 2024) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) Board of Trustees recently convened in July to elect its new leadership, welcoming Grant Orin Hutchings, Production Manager at Bayway Chemical Plant, Infineum USA, L.P., as the new Board Chair. Mr. Hutchings, who has been a Board member since 2021, will lead the Council with his extensive industry experience and commitment to safety and efficiency.