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Careers, Care, and The Future of Chemicals with Daryl Roberts of DuPont


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Ep 166 Show Notes 


Explore the pivotal role data and AI are playing in transforming safety and sustainability at DuPont with Daryl Roberts, Chief Engineering and Operations Officer. At ACC's Responsible Care® and Sustainability Conference, Daryl shares his journey in the chemical industry, fueled by a family heritage of engineering, and his career progression through various roles in notable companies like Eastman Kodak, Arkema, and DuPont.


Daryl highlights DuPont's unwavering commitment to Responsible Care and sustainability, detailing innovative approaches ranging from electric vehicle components to water filtration systems. The discussion delves into how DuPont leverages data and AI for predictive maintenance and operational safety, ultimately aiming to foster a sustainable and safe work environment. Aspiring leaders can glean invaluable advice on taking risks and the importance of continuous learning in advancing their careers.


This episode was recorded at the American Chemistry Council’s Responsible Care® and Sustainability Conference. 


Be sure to explore the following topics this week:

  • Career in chemicals... a family legacy
  • Harnessing Responsible Care as a measure of trust and community value
  • DuPont's 3 Pillars of Sustainability
  • Developing Products that Drive Safe Living
  • How Data and AI drive sustainability and operations
  • Key Skills in the Future Workforce
  • Lifelong learning to drive career success



Killer Quote: "We value not only our employees and contractor safety, but we value their safety and the safety in the environment in which we share with them. And it is something we have to earn, and it's something we have to work at every day." - Daryl Roberts


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