The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business

Top Themes & Innovations from ACI 2025 - Ep. 201


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Explore the intersection of performance and sustainability in the cleaning industry, as Victoria Meyer delves into the insights and innovations shared at the 2025 American Cleaning Institute (ACI) annual meeting. Joined by industry experts Jim Griffin from SCT and Ned Weintraub from Noble AI, this episode emphasizes the cautious optimism prevailing in the industry, driven by a renewed focus on smarter supply chains and the practical application of sustainability. Discover how the industry is navigating the decade of supply chain challenges and shifting trends towards consumer value-driven sustainability with a "small s." 


Key takeaways from the convention emphasize a balance between innovation and market readiness, highlighted by advances in AI and the quest for multifunctional, sustainable ingredients. Victoria, Jim, and Ned discuss the delicate process of aligning corporate capabilities with consumer expectations while addressing regulatory hurdles and the industry's ongoing journey towards water conservation and innovative, eco-friendly practices. Dive into these transformative trends and prepare your business for the path ahead with insights from The Chemical Show's latest episode. 


Learn more about the following topics this week: 

  • The cautious optimism of 2025: chemical industry pulse at ACI 
  • The 5 trends shaping cleaning and chemical industries in 2025 
  • Innovations driven by consumer archetypes and their needs like water protection, reduced waste, and performance 
  • The future of cleaning: water-free formulations with Jim Griffin of SCT 
  • AI's role in chemical innovation with Ned Weintraub of NobleAI 


Killer Quote: "The theme that came through is sustainability is great, but the products in use really need to perform. It's not enough that there's a green label, it's that it needs to perform and meet what customers want." --Victoria Meyer 


 

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