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Published on: 1/31/2006
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DUBLIN, Ohio, Jan 31, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Gary Cappeline, president and chief operating officer, Chemical Sector, Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH), was today elected chair of the American Chemistry Council's (ACC) board of directors committee on communications.In this role he will guide public outreach efforts including ACC's essential2(SM) campaign launched last year, and provide direction for ACC's efforts in advocacy and issues communications.
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"ACC's leaders are excited that Gary has agreed to accept this responsibility.
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"I am looking forward to the opportunity to lead communications around this important public education program, and also to working with ACC's communications team on issues of importance to ACC member companies," said Cappeline."Chemistry is a principle driver of our nation's growth, from aerospace to the clothes we wear.It is truly an essential part of our existence."
In addition to the essential2 campaign, Cappeline will oversee the communications efforts surrounding ACC priorities.The ACC board of directors has outlined a focus on regulatory issues, energy, operational safety and security, the environment and tort reform for 2006.
Cappeline was nominated by the ACC's executive committee for this position prior to the January 31 vote.He was elected to this position by the board of directors who represent the 130-member companies of ACC.