– UK, Cleveleys – Victrex plc, an innovative world leader in high performance polymer solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Toogood as a Non-Executive Director, effective from 1 September 2015.
Jane is Senior Vice President Marketing and New Business Development, Polyolefins, for Borealis. She joined Borealis in 2008 and her roles have included Vice President, New Business Development and Vice President for the Pipe Business Unit.
Jane has a wealth of experience across a number of senior marketing, sales and business development roles within the global chemical industry, including at ICI and Uniqema. She commenced her career in marketing with ICI Colours and Fine Chemicals in 1987, before progressing into operational and manufacturing roles both in the US and Europe. From 2006 to 2008 Jane held a Non-Executive Director role with NHS Harrogate and District Foundation Trust. Jane holds an MA in Natural Sciences (Chemistry) from Oxford University.
Larry Pentz, Chairman of Victrex, said: “I am delighted to welcome Jane to the Board. Her significant and diverse experience in the global chemical industry will be a real asset to Victrex as we deliver on our strategy. Jane has experience in developing and implementing strategy and in driving innovation throughout her career, which will be invaluable as we focus on accelerating our portfolio of growth programmes.”
About Victrex:
Victrex is an innovative world leader in high performance polymer solutions, focused on the strategic markets of Automotive, Aerospace, Energy, Electronics and Medical. Every day, millions of people rely on products or applications which contain our materials, from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to oil & gas operations and medical devices. With over 35 years’ experience, we are investing in technical excellence to deliver new and leading edge solutions to our customers and our markets, and to drive value for our shareholders.
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