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Executive Interview SeriesExecutive Interview Series | Florian Budde, Former Senior Partner, McKinsey & CompanyFlorian 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 and agriculture practice and guided companies through major strategic, operational, and market disruptions. Few people have had a closer or more comprehensive view of how the industry works — and where it’s heading. Florian joins us to discuss:The structural shifts that have shaped the chemical industry over the past 40 yearsHow China’s move from demand dr...
2026-01-0629 min
Executive Interview SeriesMiguel Mantas, Former CEO, allnexMiguel 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 Americas, Miguel brings a rare, firsthand perspective shaped by global roles, major industry shifts, and complex market cycles. Now serving on multiple boards and advising chemical companies around the world, he offers a clear-eyed view of where we’ve been, and what’s ahead.Miguel joins us to discuss:The structural shifts that reshaped the chemical industry over the last 40 years, and the...
2025-12-1129 min
Executive Interview SeriesChris Jahn, President and CEO, American Chemistry Council (ACC)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 breakthroughs making AI possible, chemistry drives progress across every industry. Under Chris’s leadership, ACC is championing the companies and policies that ensure the U.S. stays at the forefront of this transformation.Chris joins us to discuss the intersection of chemistry, AI and innovation:The essential role of chemistry in enabling today’s most advanced technologiesHow policy and re...
2025-09-1617 min
The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk BusinessAccelerating the Speed of Decisions with Knowde CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri - Ep. 232Looking to level up in 2026? The Chemical Executive Mastermind brings senior chemical leaders together for trusted peer perspective. Learn more at grow.thechemicalshow.com/mastermind.Sponsored by: World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.comThe chemical industry is facing a new wave of digital transformation, with artificial intelligence and data integration promising tangible productivity gains. Ali Amin Javaheri, CEO of Knowde, returns to The Chemical Show with host Victoria Meyer to share how the industry’s historically “laggard” approach to technology is givi...
2025-09-0934 min
Sales Enablement InnovationWhy you need competency-based onboarding, with Andrew FloresOn this episode, we spoke to Andrew Flores, Director of Revenue Enablement at Knowde, about his advice for making competency-based onboarding work, and why enablement can set the tone when it comes to culture in an organization. Key talking points:Using competency, not capability for onboardingMeasuring success in onboardingEnablement as a culture ambassador for new hiresAnd more!
2025-06-1319 min
Executive Interview SeriesLauren Seufert, Chief Strategy Officer - ActylisActylis 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, change champions and change agents, and listening to what people are communicating up.She joins Knowde to talk about the human side of strategic transformations such as digitization projects:Creating a culture of innovation throughout the organization to support changeThe importance of communication in both directions, especially listening to what teams are telling managementIdentifying change champions and change agents...
2025-06-0516 min
Executive Interview SeriesAmy Callahan, US Industry Lead - AccentureAmy 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 business costs and revenue, investing in technology as a transformation lever, and more.She joins Knowde to talk about the chemicals industry and the connection point between technology, data and operations:The importance of investing in data platforms to find true growth opportunitiesAutomation and AI in manufacturing and maintenanceThe criticality of data to best utilize...
2025-05-0618 min
Executive Interview SeriesSean Tilley, Co-CEO and CCO - Tilley DistributionSean 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 Tilley’s customer experience and guidance for companies going through a digital transformation. He joins Knowde to discuss digital data in the chemicals and ingredients industry, including:Distribution today versus five years agoThe importance of properly structured master data to provide modern customer experiencesIntegrating digitally with both customers and producers for better information flow+ More
2025-04-2318 min
Executive Interview SeriesJason McLinn, Senior Partner - Bain & CompanyJason 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 their customer experiences, preparing support for sales personnel and the importance of finding specific applications for AI.Key digital insights include:Evolving B2B expectationsHow you can get every sales rep to perform at the same level as your best repsBringing structure to currently chaotic product informationEnabling the customer to self-serve documents and information online...
2025-04-2224 min
Simply ScienceRevolutionary Self-Healing Film: A Leap in Material ScienceDiscover the groundbreaking self-healing film developed by Waseda University researchers, featuring exceptional durability and thermal stability. This innovative material, composed of organosiloxane and polydimethylsiloxane, promises to transform industries like optics, electronics, and aerospace with its ability to autonomously repair under mild conditions. Explore the potential applications and sustainability benefits of this remarkable advancement in materials science.
Sources:
https://bioengineer.org/breakthrough-in-self-healing-materials-streamlined-self-assembly-process-revealed/
https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-science-news/self-healing-polysiloxane-materials-for-protective-coatings
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250401131304.htm
https://www.sciencedaily.com
https://phys.org/news/2025-04-efficient-advanced-siloxane-materials.html
https://www.knowde.com/b/technologies-cosmetic-ingredients/f...
2025-04-0205 min
Executive Interview SeriesJilles Eissen, CIO - allnexJilles 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 AI, the importance of finding and supporting internal change agents to help with digitization and how he finds food metaphors to explain the importance of digital transformation.
2025-03-1324 min
Executive Interview SeriesChris Hansen, CCDO - ClariantChris 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 master data quality gave Clariant a solid foundation for implementing powerful generative AI tools such as Clarita, their internal large language model. Chris sees more potential still in further leveraging these technologies across the business to connect past insights with present actions to optimize for the future.
2025-01-0823 min
Executive Interview SeriesCeleste Mastin, President & CEO - H.B. FullerCeleste 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 in the future. In this wide-ranging interview, Celeste provides insights into how H.B. Fuller embraces digital transformation to build collaborative experiences with its customers, provide best-in-class experiences, accelerate strategic acquisitions, and more.
2024-09-3017 min
Executive Interview SeriesEric Byer, President & CEO - Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD)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 and tax requirements, promoting sustainability, embracing digital transformation, and retaining top talent.
2024-05-2322 min
Executive Interview SeriesMegan Gluth-Bohan, Owner & CEO - CatalyntMegan 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 technical work still requires human input, adding tech to the customer experience can diversify the workforce and provide valuable data and market intelligence with a front-facing customer tech experience.
2024-04-2618 min
Executive Interview SeriesHartmut Kunz, CFO - OQEMAHartmut 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 boost efficiency and solve the challenge of maintaining the customization that their customers have come to expect.
2024-04-1719 min
Executive Interview SeriesStefan Girschik, CEO - Meraxis GroupStefan 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 an increasingly digital world. Learn how digital transformation functions as a key enabler and differentiator for Meraxis as the industry welcomes increasing sustainability opportunities and regulatory changes.
2024-04-0920 min
Executive Interview SeriesStephan Glander, CEO - Biesterfeld GroupStephan 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 demographics is reshaping the expectations of the way we all do business. Sustaining a long-term advantage hinges on sharing institutional knowledge digitally.
2024-04-0118 min
Executive Interview SeriesNeville Prior, Chairman - Cornelius GroupNeville 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 acquire new customers, while not necessarily increasing the cost to acquire them. Digitalization is not only going to be one of the major tools in helping with areas of supply chain and sustainability, but will be key in attracting and retaining young talent to the chemical industry.
2024-03-0434 min
Executive Interview SeriesJohn Lin, Chief Business Officer - Evera by CitrosucoJohn 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 and tracking customer interactions to improve customer experience, while also digitally standardizing internal interactions that can be spread out across teams in multiple continents are imperative for business transformation.
2024-02-2217 min
Executive Interview SeriesJeff Immelt, Former CEO - General ElectricJeff 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 he gives advice on how leaders in the chemical industry today should think about why and how fast they should pursue digital transformation.
2024-02-0230 min
Executive Interview SeriesIlham Kadri, CEO - SyensqoIlham Kadri, CEO of Syensqo, joins Knowde to share about how it's only a matter of time before widespread adoption of digitization in our industry revolutionizes research, discovery and innovation. There is a demand for visibility between the supplier and the customer, and this transparency will help the customer buy better, buy on time and have clarity around areas such as sustainability and carbon neutrality.
2024-01-2328 min
Executive Interview SeriesHenri Nejade, Former COO - BrenntagHenri Nejade, former COO of Brenntag, joins Knowde to share about the progression of digital transformation in distribution and the main challenge distributors face when they look to launch digital transformation initiatives. There is a real demand and requirement for distributors to collect, organize and analyze product data on behalf of their principals and those who are able to successfully do so will be selected as the preferred distribution partner.
2024-01-0832 min
Executive Interview SeriesJim Zallie, President & CEO - IngredionJim Zallie, President & CEO of Ingredion, joins Knowde and shares about how embracing digital transformation is imperative to a customer-centric growth culture. Those that are leveraging technology and digital capabilities to be more impactful will help them be preferred and provide a competitive advantage.
2023-12-1426 min
Executive Interview SeriesJoe Harlan, Former CCO - The Dow Chemical CompanyJoe Harlan, former CCO of The Dow Chemical Company and current Board Member of Hitachi, joins Knowde to share about how focusing on the digital customer experience directly impacts the grand scheme of business productivity. Learn how changing customer expectations and a growing demand for responsiveness have changed how suppliers are prioritizing digital transformation.
2023-12-1418 min
Executive Interview SeriesSanjay Ahuja, Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer - Indorama VenturesSanjay Ahuja, Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer at Indorama Ventures, joins Knowde to share his insights on the importance of making consistent efforts toward digital transformation, as access to technologies and digital tools will only continue to grow in our industry.
2023-12-1419 min
Executive Interview SeriesPaul Tayler, CEO - Nexeo PlasticsPaul Tayler, CEO of Nexeo Plastics, joins Knowde to share his insights on the massive opportunities at hand for greater reach, connection and engagement with customers, following shifting customers expectations. Learn how Nexeo Plastics continues to invest in tools that differentiate them in productivity and efficiency.
2023-12-1316 min
Executive Interview SeriesTony O'Donovan, President & CEO - ArkemaArkema President & CEO, Tony O'Donovan, joins Knowde to share his insights into how leveraging digital investments allows Arkema to address market volatility while anticipating customer needs.
2023-12-1311 min
Executive Interview SeriesAldo Noseda, VP & CIO - Eastman Chemical CompanyAldo Noseda, CIO at Eastman Chemical Company, joins Knowde to share his insights into how digital investments have enabled Eastman’s specialty chemicals division to differentiate themselves in the market, connect to customers, and create an alternative income stream for the company.
2023-12-1213 min
Executive Interview SeriesCraig Rogerson, Former President & CEO - HexionRegarded as an expert in the specialty chemicals and materials space, Craig Rogerson shares his insights on how prioritizing digital investments in a down market not only yields near-term returns and increases efficiency of sales growth — it’s also consistent with how the industry is moving strategically.
2023-12-1211 min
Executive Interview SeriesPhil McDivitt, CEO - Ascend Performance MaterialsPhil McDivitt, CEO at Ascend Performance Materials, joins Knowde to share his insights into how going digital accelerates project development by increasing efficiencies on both the customer-facing and procurement sides of the house.
2023-12-1213 min
Executive Interview SeriesClaudine Mollenkopf, Division President - Evonik IndustriesClaudine Mollenkopf, Executive Board member and President of Specialty Additives at Evonik, joins Knowde to share her insights into how digital tools improves customer awareness of product information and direct customer communication.
2023-12-1113 min
Executive Interview SeriesCarl Rush, Co-Founder & CEO - Viridis ChemicalCarl Rush, Co-Founder & CEO of Viridis Chemical, joins Knowde to share his insights on how a digital presence doesn’t just secure a seat at the table — it’s critical to not being left behind.
2023-12-1113 min
Executive Interview SeriesRebecca Liebert, President & CEO - The Lubrizol CorporationRebecca Liebert, President and CEO of The Lubrizol Corporation, joins Knowde to share her insights on leveraging digital investments to accelerate product innovation and stay ahead of the curve.
2023-12-1112 min
Executive Interview SeriesMark Hamilton, President & CEO - Harcros ChemicalsHarcros Chemicals President & CEO, Mark Hamilton, joins Knowde to share his insights into shifting customer expectations and talk through the importance of having an organized digital product catalog for both internal teams and customers.
2023-12-1112 min
Executive Interview SeriesLori Ryerkerk, President & CEO - Celanese CorporationCelanese CEO, Lori Ryerkerk, joins Knowde to share why taking the “digital leap of faith” and investing in digital innovation is vital to unlocking the full potential of your workforce and building the customer experiences of the future.
2023-12-1111 min
The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk BusinessMastering Product Data in Digital Transformation for the Chemical Industry with Ali Amin-Javaheri of Knowde - Ep 140Looking to level up in 2026? The Chemical Executive Mastermind brings senior chemical leaders together for trusted peer perspective. Learn more at grow.thechemicalshow.com/mastermind.Sponsored by: World Petrochemical Conference by S&P Global on March 23-27, 2026.Use the code CHEMSHOW5% at wpc.spglobal.comThere's a significant evolution in consumer behavior and chemical industry priorities. Digitizing complex chemical data from unstructured documents to provide a more accessible online format raises an intriguing question - how can we leverage technology to reshape customer engagement and the overall landscape of customer interactions wi...
2023-12-0533 min
Research RadioKnowde: Bringing A $5 Trillion Industry OnlineThe chemicals industry is one of the world's largest, touching virtually every manufactured good from the phone in your pocket to the car you drive and the food you eat. But despite its size, the industry remains largely offline, and runs on old school sales.
Knowde is a chemicals marketplace which connects buyers and sellers of chemicals, polymers and ingredients. Founder and CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri joined Contrary Research Radio to talk about Knowde and where it fits in the chemical industry.
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2023-09-2840 min
Le CraquenuquesDe La Soul - Le Craquenuques - 01032023Après A Tribe Called Quest (émission du 02/12/20) , deuxième focus sur un groupe membre du collectif Native Tongues. En 1989, Posdnuous, Trugoy et Maseo ont apporté un sérieux vent de fraîcheur sur le hip hop avec leur 1er album « 3 Feet High and Rising ». Ce mix balaie toute leur discographie, de 1989 à 2016. Mix live 100 % vinyles.
Tracklist :
SMOKEY ROBINSON - Quiet StormMICHAEL JACKSON - I Can’t Help ItDE LA SOUL – BreakadawnDE LA SOUL – Trouble In The WaterDE LA SOUL –Stakes Is HighDE LA SOUL – Channel N° FeverDE LA SOUL Ft COMMON – The Bizness (Vinyl Reanimators Remix)DE LA SOUL – I Am I BeSERGE GAINSBOURG – A...
2023-03-0159 min
Revenue Champions85: Confessions of an SDR #6 (with Brian Bashline, Distribution Go-To-Market Lead at Knowde)Most SDRs say Fridays are the best day to cold call. Unless you have a roommate screaming 'let's get drunk, it's happy hour' in the background. Tune into this episode to hear how Brian, GTM Lead @Knowde, deals with distractions on a cold call and why adding a little humour to the call can help build more rapport.
2023-02-2218 min
Chemical WeekDigital marketplacesKnowde founder and CEO Ali Amin-Javaheri joins CW editor Rob Westervelt to discuss how digital marketplaces are gaining traction in the chemical sector, overcoming the barriers and reluctance on digital adoption from suppliers and buyers, Knowde's progress, and how venture capital views the chemical sector. Knowde's marketplace is online at www.knowde.com
2023-02-0320 min
Bonding with ASIDigital Marketing of ChemicalsASI visited with Ali Amin-Javaheri, co-founder and chief executive officer of Knowde, who explains how digital markets are disrupting the sourcing of raw materials in the chemical sector.
2023-01-1911 min
The Cannabis Conversation | Medical Cannabis | CBD | HempEPISODE #130 The Future of Clinical Trials in Cannabis with Jaspreet Grewal & Sabrina Ramkellawan, Founders of Knowde GroupThis week, we’re joined by Jaspreet Grewal & Sabrina Ramkellawan, founders of Knowde Group - Canadian contract research organisation and hybrid consultancy specialising in plant-based therapeutics and psychedelics.In this episode, we explore the complexities of clinical trials within the cannabis industry, including barriers to entry, the three phases of clinical trials, how to navigate the regulatory landscape, and access to funding.About Jaspreet Grewal MBA, MSc, CCRPJaspreet Grewal is an accomplished clinician, researcher and venture partner bringing over 15 years of experience to companies focused on the Life Sci...
2021-09-0840 min
CommerceTalk（コマーストーク）#03 【海外資金調達NEWS】花きD2C・B2BマケプレのColvin、フォーマルウェアC2CのQueenly、アパレル業界のメーカーと工場のマッチングのFashinza、ECマーケティングのBluecore、化学素材・材料のマケプレのKnowdeの紹介こんにちは！今回はマケプレ/フォーマルウェアC2C/マーケティング支援/企業マッチング などについて語ります！
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株式会社itsumo副社長 望月智之
https://twitter.com/mochizuki365
Z Venture Capital株式会社 大久保洸平
https://twitter.com/Koheei_Okubo
○紹介企業
・花きD2C・B2Bマケプレ「Colvin」:53Mドル調達(スペイン/Series C)
https://jp.techcrunch.com/2021/07/29/2021-07-28-colvin-raises-e45m-series-c-led-by-eurazeo-to-disrupt-the-cosy-flowers-industry/
・フォーマルウェアC2C「Queenly」:6.3Mドル調達(米国/Seed)
https://techcrunch.com/2021/07/26/queenly-a16z-seed-extension/
・アパレル業界のメーカーと工場のマッチング「Fashinza」:20Mドル調達(インド/Series A)
https://www.cbinsights.com/research/fashinza-series-a-funding/
・ECマーケティング「Bluecore」:125Mドル調達(米国/Series E)
https://jp.techcrunch.com/2021/08/07/2021-08-05-bluecore-lands-125m-series-e-on-1b-valuation-as-e-commerce-personalization-grows/
・化学素材、材料のマケプレ「Knowde」:72Mドル調達(米国/Series B)
https://www.finsmes.com/2021/08/knowde-raises-72m-in-series-b-funding.html
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株式会社いつも 遠藤迅
https://twitter.com/jinjinsaisai
2021-09-0625 min
Edge of Cannabis MedicineNeeding More Research & Education with Sabrina RamkellawanEpisode Notes
Sabrina is a nurse, a researcher, an entrepreneur, a podcaster, and an educator. She is passionate about educating both patients and healthcare professionals about medical cannabis and other plant-based medicines. Her work is sure to change many lives and we had a fantastic conversation.
Check out the Knowde Group here: https://www.knowdegroup.com
And you can find Sabrina and the Knowde Group on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrinaramkellawan/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/knowde-group-inc/
Instagram: @sabrinaresearchslayer
Twitter...
2020-07-1536 min