David is a natural leader with a strong customer-centric approach and deep technical expertise in resins, polymers, pigments, fillers, and general additives for rubber, plastics and coatings. We are very excited to have him here to support our growth across Canada.
Safic-Alcan welcomes David Jackson as the Managing Director of ChemSpec Canada
TORONTO, Monday, October 18, 2021
Effective immediately, ChemSpec Canada, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of David Jackson as inaugural Managing Director.
David brings more than 35 years of progressive experience working in the chemical industry, as well as proven ability in navigating mergers and acquisitions. He will be responsible for steering the organization’s vision and strategy and implementing plans that align with the broader mission of ChemSpec and parent company, Safic-Alcan.
Most recently, David offered leadership support in the chemical industry as an independent consultant. Prior to this, he was President and CEO of Ferguson Chemical Innovations and held senior executive roles with Unipex and Azelis.
ChemSpec Canada Inc. is part of the ChemSpec family of companies, and a subsidiary of Safic-Alcan Group located in Paris, France. ChemSpec is a distributor of specialty chemical additives and polymers into the North American elastomer mixing industry, as well as coatings, adhesive/sealant, inks, plastics and cosmetics compounding market segments.