WILMINGTON, DE — Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH), a global leader in specialty chemical solutions, announced this week the appointment of Ashish K. Kulkarni to its Board of Directors, effective May 6, 2024. Kulkarni’s current role as CEO of Kebotix, a pioneering startup in leveraging artificial intelligence for material commercialization, positions him as a valuable asset to Ashland’s strategic direction.
Kulkarni brings a rich background in innovation and technology leadership from his tenures at GAF, Avantor, and Celanese Corporation, where he served in key executive roles. His extensive experience spans several esteemed companies, including United Technologies Corporation, American Standard, and General Electric. At Ashland, he will contribute to the Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality, and Compensation Committees, enhancing the company’s commitment to these critical areas.
The addition of Kulkarni expands Ashland’s Board to 11 members, a move aimed at refreshing the board’s composition in light of upcoming director retirements. Kulkarni’s track record of fostering cultures of innovation aligns perfectly with Ashland’s forward-looking strategy. His expertise in driving the development of groundbreaking products and services promises to bolster Ashland’s market position and profitability.
Guillermo Novo, Chair and CEO of Ashland, expressed enthusiasm about Kulkarni joining the team, highlighting his potential to introduce fresh perspectives on scalable growth. This strategic appointment suggests Ashland’s ambition to harness cutting-edge technologies and innovative approaches to sustain its growth trajectory and competitive advantage in the specialty chemicals industry. Kulkarni’s unique insights into artificial intelligence and new material commercialization are set to infuse Ashland’s strategy with advanced methodologies that could lead to enhanced customer loyalty and significant returns on investment.
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