In a list of 2023 policy priorities announced today by the Michigan Chemistry Council (MCC), the industry called for action to promote Michigan’s manufacturing competitiveness and to ensure effective regulation.

“The business of chemistry is dedicated to providing solutions to our world and advocates for making Michigan a stronger, safer, and more sustainable place to do business,” said MCC Executive Director John Dulmes. “As the legislative session begins in a new political environment, there are numerous bipartisan opportunities to promote these policies, and we will be actively engaged in the legislative and regulatory arenas to get things done.”

The Michigan Chemistry Council (MCC) announced that its Board of Directors has elected a new President and Vice President to serve as leaders for the association for 2023.

Steve Persyn, Midland Site Leader for International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), will serve as the MCC’s President and board chair. Mr. Persyn is a native of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and has been a manufacturing leader in the Michigan Operations site at Dow, SK Saran, DuPont, and now IFF.

Jason Griffin, State Government Affairs Director for Hemlock Semiconductor in Thomas Township, will serve as the MCC’s Vice President. Mr. Griffin has worked in and around state politics for more than 17 years, and is an expert in energy policy, climate change and sustainability in the manufacturing sector.