Innovating for a Sustainable Future with Michael J. Graff of Air Liquide - Ep. 91

The chemical industry plays a crucial role in modern society. The ability to leverage innovation, the ability to meet a customer's needs,  the ability to go ahead and leverage at a global scale, and the capabilities to meet the world's needs are all very prominent today and vital to industrial gases and chemicals. 

In this podcast episode, Victoria Meyer speaks with Michael J. Graff, Chairman and CEO of American Air Liquide Holdings and EVP of the Air Liquide Group. Mike shares leadership, learnings and insights from more than 30 years in the energy, chemicals, and gas industries.  

Topics discussed this week: 

• Mike’s origin story and how it has influenced his life and career
• 6 key themes in the evolution of the chemical industry in the past 30 years
• The importance of Innovation 
• The role of Hydrogen in sustainability and Net Zero
• Leveraging partnerships and coalitions for a common goal
• Meeting the consumers’ needs around the world
• The continued importance of engineering education

This was an amazing and insightful interview. 

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Victoria Meyer

Host of The Chemical Show; founder and President of Progressio Global

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