Published: 24/05/2024
(Akron, Ohio) – May 24, 2024 - Smithers, a leading provider of testing, consulting, information, and compliance services, announces that Chad Atzemis has been promoted to the role of Commercial Director. In his new role, Atzemis will lead commercial activities for the Smithers Materials Science and Engineering Division in North America. His work will focus on building and nurturing relationships with clients through streamlined processes and effective communication.
Atzemis first joined Smithers in 2023 as a Senior Consultant on the company’s rubber technical consulting team based in Akron, Ohio.
“At Smithers, we place client relationships at the center of everything we do,” said Jim Popio, PhD, Vice President, Smithers Materials Science and Engineering Division. “Chad has the experience and passion for service that will take that commitment to the next level, so we can continue to help our clients succeed in their respective markets and expand our capabilities in line with their ever-changing needs.”
Atzemis has nearly 20 years of technical service and business development experience in rubber, plastic, and color additives. Prior to joining Smithers, he was Chief Operating Officer at Lianda Corporation. He earned his Bachelor of Science in chemistry from John Carroll University and his Master of Science in chemical entrepreneurship from Case Western Reserve University.
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About Smithers:
Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Smithers is a multinational provider of testing, consulting, information, and compliance services. With laboratories and operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, Smithers supports customers in the transportation, life science, packaging, materials, components, consumer, cannabis, dry commodities, and energy industries. Smithers delivers accurate data, on time, with high touch, by integrating science, technology, and business expertise, so customers can innovate with confidence.
