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Executive Interview Series

Hosted by Knowde · business · EN · 34 episodes

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The chemical industry is going digital, fast. How should you respond?Join Knowde CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri and guests as they analyze top industry trends, explore ongoing digital transformation, and share strategies to help you adapt to the evolving industry landscape and discover insights from chemical industry executives driving digital transformation forward.

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What is Executive Interview Series about?

The chemical industry is going digital, fast. How should you respond? Join Knowde CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri and guests as they analyze top industry trends, explore ongoing digital transformation, and share strategies to help you adapt to the evolving industry landscape and discover insights from chemical industry executives driving digital transformation forward.

Who hosts Executive Interview Series?

Executive Interview Series is hosted by Knowde. The show has published 34 episodes to date.

What has Executive Interview Series covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Frank Bergonzi, Former CEO & President, Azelis" (12 May 2026, 14 minutes), "Deb Fronczak, Former CPO, 3M" (24 February 2026, 13 minutes), and "Florian Budde, Former Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company" (6 January 2026, 29 minutes).

How often does Executive Interview Series publish?

Executive Interview Series publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 21 minutes across 34 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Executive Interview Series?

Booking probability for Executive Interview Series is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Executive Interview Series requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Executive Interview Series's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Executive Interview Series?

The strongest fits for Executive Interview Series are Basic Chemicals and Business & Management Consulting. Executive Interview Series has a business audience.

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Knowde hosts Executive Interview Series, a business show with 34 episodes published.

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    Frank Bergonzi, Former CEO & President, Azelis

    May 12, 202614 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Knowde CEO & Co-founder Ali Amin-Javaheri sits down with industry veteran Frank Bergonzi to discuss the future of chemical distribution, digital transformation and the growing role of AI in the...

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    Deb Fronczak, Former CPO, 3M

    Feb 24, 202613 minS0

    <p>Deb Fronczak, former Chief Procurement Officer at 3M, joins Ali to share a practical, inside view of what it really takes to drive digital and AI transformation in complex chemical organizations. Across more than 30...

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    Florian Budde, Former Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company

    Jan 6, 202629 minS0

    <p>Florian Budde, former Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company, joins Ali to break down the forces shaping the industry today. Over nearly 30 years at McKinsey, Florian helped build and lead the firm’s global chemicals...

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    Miguel Mantas, Former CEO, allnex

    Dec 11, 202529 minS0

    <p>Miguel Mantas, former CEO of allnex, joins Ali to reflect on nearly 40 years in the chemical industry — and what the next decade of transformation will require. Having led businesses across Asia, Europe, and the...

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    Chris Jahn, President and CEO, American Chemistry Council (ACC)

    Sep 16, 202517 minS0

    <p>Chris Jahn, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council, joins Ali for a conversation about the future of innovation — and why it all starts with chemistry. From the materials powering semiconductors to the...

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    Lauren Seufert, Chief Strategy Officer - Actylis

    Jun 5, 202516 minS0

    <p>Actylis Chief Strategy Officer, Lauren Seufert, joins Ali to discuss the human side of guiding an organization through a digital transformation, including creating a culture of innovation, importance of leadership...

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    Amy Callahan, US Industry Lead - Accenture

    May 6, 202518 minS0

    <p>Amy Callahan leads the Natural Resources and Chemicals practice at Accenture in the Americas. She joins Knowde CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri to discuss the cyclical chemicals market, what data and AI can do to address...

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    Sean Tilley, Co-CEO and CCO - Tilley Distribution

    Apr 23, 202519 minS0

    <p>Sean Tilley, Co-CEO and CCO of Tilley Distribution, has experience transforming his company for the digital age. He joins Knowde CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri to talk about changes in the distribution space, revamping...

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    Jason McLinn, Senior Partner - Bain & Company

    Apr 22, 202525 minS0

    <p>Jason McLinn, senior partner at Bain & Company, has extensive experience consulting with chemical and ingredient companies. He joins Knowde CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri to discuss how chemical companies are modernizing...

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    Jilles Eissen, CIO - allnex

    Mar 13, 202524 minS0

    <p>Jilles Eissen is leading the global digital transformation of coating resins and additive manufacturer allnex as the company’s CIO. He joins Knowde CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri to discuss where and why allnex is introducing...

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    Chris Hansen, CCDO - Clariant

    Jan 8, 202524 minS0

    <p>Chris Hansen, Chief Corporate Development Officer of Clariant, provides insight into Clariant’s digital initiatives and AI utilization strategies. A fundamental focus on system globalization, data integration and...

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    Celeste Mastin, President & CEO - H.B. Fuller

    Sep 30, 202418 minS0

    <p>Celeste Mastin, President & CEO of H.B. Fuller, provides a look behind the curtain of H.B. Fuller’s innovative approach to digital, including how AI and other technologies drive efficiencies for the business now and...

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    Eric Byer, President & CEO - Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD)

    May 23, 202423 minS0

    <p>Eric Byer, President & CEO of the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD), discusses the organization's key priorities and future goals. Discover how ACD is dedicated to supporting its members in managing regulatory...

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    Megan Gluth-Bohan, Owner & CEO - Catalynt

    Apr 26, 202419 minS0

    <p>Megan Gluth-Bohan, Owner & CEO of Catalynt (formerly TRInternational), shares about the changing expectations of customers in the industry, and the use of technology as a means of differentiation. While highly...

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    Hartmut Kunz, CFO - OQEMA

    Apr 17, 202419 minS0

    <p>Hartmut Kunz, CFO of OQEMA, shares about how centralized and harmonized data is a critical investment for OQEMA’s future. Learn about how OQEMA has the unique opportunity to create new centralized systems that can...

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    Stefan Girschik, CEO - Meraxis Group

    Apr 9, 202420 minS0

    <p>Stefan Girschik, CEO of Meraxis Group, joins Knowde to share about the future of distribution in the polymer industry. Under Girschik’s leadership, Meraxis has emerged as an industry leader positioned for success in...

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    Stephan Glander, CEO - Biesterfeld Group

    Apr 1, 202418 minS0

    <p>Stephan Glander, CEO of Biesterfeld Group, joins Knowde and shares how digital transformation of knowledge management can grow market share and attract the best new talent. A rapid change to the workforce...

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    Neville Prior, Chairman - Cornelius Group

    Mar 4, 202434 minS0

    <p>Neville Prior, Chairman of Cornelius Group and former President of the FECC, shares about how digital transformation allows distributors to reframe themselves as innovators in the industry and add to the ability to...

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    John Lin, Chief Business Officer - Evera by Citrosuco

    Feb 22, 202417 minS0

    <p>John Lin, Chief Business Officer of Evera by Citrosuco, joins Knowde and shares about why it's crucial to get both your customer-facing and internal data infrastructure right. Creating an accessible product database...

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    Jeff Immelt, Former CEO - General Electric

    Feb 2, 202431 minS0

    <p>Jeff Immelt, former CEO of General Electric, joins Knowde to share his perspective as one of the earliest adopters and catalysts of digital in the industrials space. Tune into his 40 years of industry experience, as...

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