Member Spotlight

CI staff wants to acknowledge members that go above and beyond in their commitment to CI’s mission. Every month, through the Insider, CI website, and social media, a member who is highly engaged and has consistently contributed to the Institute’s mission through various efforts will be highlighted.

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CI Welcomes Charlotte Water, EES, McKenzie Valve & Machining, and Evonik
CI Welcomes Charlotte Water, EES, McKenzie Valve & Machining, and Evonik

Charlotte Water is a water and sewer utility. More information can be found on their website here: https://www.charlottenc.gov/water/Home Emergency Environmental Services LLC is an emergency response contractor. They are a specialized environmental and industrial services... Continue Reading

Date posted04/30/2026


Mark Eisle - Univar Solutions
Mark Eisle - Univar Solutions

CI: Tell us a little about yourself, and your current role: Mark Eisele graduated from Indiana University before beginning his career at Univar in an Operations Support role. He soon advanced into Operations as the Supervisor of Chlorine Operations, where he gained valuable leadership and... Continue Reading

Date posted04/23/2026


Leadership Transition at CI: Thanking John Eskew and Welcoming Julie Hildebrand
Leadership Transition at CI: Thanking John Eskew and Welcoming Julie Hildebrand

At CI’s 2026 Annual Meeting, members reflected on a meaningful leadership transition as John Eskew of OxyChem concluded his service as CI Board Chair, and Julie Hildebrand of Westlake Corporation stepped into the role. CI Board Chairs serve two-year terms and play a critical role in guiding... Continue Reading

Date posted04/6/2026


Member Spotlight: David Blocker (HASA, Inc.)
Member Spotlight: David Blocker (HASA, Inc.)

CI: Tell us a little about yourself, and what you do.David Blocker holds an A.S. in Occupational Environmental Health & Safety from Texas State Technical College and a B.S. in the same field from Eastern Kentucky University. For over five years, David has led safety initiatives at HASA,... Continue Reading

Date posted12/18/2025


Dale Bossons - Chemtrade Electrochem
Dale Bossons - Chemtrade Electrochem

Please Join us in Congratulating CI's November Member Spotlight, Dale Bossons! CI: Tell us a little about yourself, and what you do. I am currently the Vice President of Manufacturing for Chemtrade Electrochem and have been in the role for five years. I have 19 years’ experience in the... Continue Reading

Date posted11/19/2025


Kemira Awarded Prestigious 10-Year AAR Grand Slam NAR Award
Kemira Awarded Prestigious 10-Year AAR Grand Slam NAR Award

Every year, the AAR’s Hazmat Committee presents the NAR Grand Slam Award to companies that are exemplary shippers of hazardous materials by rail. An award recipient must have been recognized by at least four Class I railroads and had zero non-accident releases (NAR) involving their hazmat... Continue Reading

Postedby Robyn Kinsley
Date posted10/31/2025


August Member Spotlight – Honoring Warren Prince
August Member Spotlight – Honoring Warren Prince

It is with deep respect and gratitude that we remember Warren Prince, a true leader in the chlor-alkali industry and a long-standing, active participant in the CI community. Warren peacefully passed away on August 3, 2025, at the age of 96, surrounded by his loving family at their home in Lake... Continue Reading

Date posted08/29/2025


Celebrating Women in Engineering – June 23
Celebrating Women in Engineering – June 23

On National Women in Engineering Day, we proudly recognized the women who are leading, innovating, and driving excellence in the chlor-alkali industry. From logistics and operations to engineering and regulatory affairs, women from across the chemical supply chain are advancing the industry and... Continue Reading

Date posted06/27/2025


John Christie Recognized as a CI Honorary Member
John Christie Recognized as a CI Honorary Member

One of the highest honors The Chlorine Institute can bestow on an individual is recognizing them as an honorary member. In the Institute’s 101-year history, only 13 individuals have been awarded Honorary Memberships. This designation is intended to recognize the long-term commitment to CI... Continue Reading

Date posted03/31/2025


Ron Orantes - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP)
Ron Orantes - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP)

CI: Tell us a little about yourself, and what you do.Currently I have the pleasure of working for one of the most innovating and invigorating water utilities: the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. My current position is Waterworks Engineer, and our group provides engineering support to... Continue Reading

Date posted10/31/2024


Paul D'Amico - Bayer
Paul D'Amico - Bayer

CI: Tell us a little about yourself, and what you do.My entire professional career has been in chemical manufacturing. I started 32 years ago as a Process Engineer working for Formosa Plastics in Baton Rouge, LA in vinyl chloride and PVC manufacturing. A few years later, I took a similar role... Continue Reading

Date posted08/30/2024


Gary Acklin - Occidental Chemical Corporation
Gary Acklin - Occidental Chemical Corporation

CI: Tell us a little about yourself, and what you do. I have been with OxyChem for 23 years. I joined the company as a chlorine process technician and I have held various roles which include site incident commander and chlorine process supervisor. I was recently promoted to Emergency Response... Continue Reading

Date posted07/30/2024