Hans Vandommele

I serve as President and CEO of Kuraray America, Inc., where I lead our North American operations to deliver sustainable, high-performance materials that meet the evolving needs of global industries. With over 25 years of experience in the specialty chemicals sector, I am deeply committed to operational excellence, innovation, and customer success. Kuraray America plays a critical role in the Kuraray Group, a global leader in resins, chemicals, fibers, and advanced materials. Across our North American manufacturing and R&D facilities, we produce solutions that simplify everyday life and support a more sustainable future. Our products serve key industries, including packaging, automotive, electronics, healthcare, and consumer goods. Throughout my career, I’ve championed a culture where safety, innovation, and sustainability go hand in hand. Our team continues to drive measurable progress on Kuraray’s Passion 2026 strategy, advancing our goals for carbon neutrality, circular economy innovation, and community engagement, anchored in our three strategic pillars: People, Product, and Planet. Our focus on innovation, pushing boundaries, developing breakthrough technologies that anticipate market needs, and delivering long-term value sets Kuraray America apart. We succeed by staying close to our customers, solving real-world challenges, and bringing forward-thinking solutions to life.