The Chemical Show: Executive Interviews on Leadership, Sustainability, Supply Chain, Digitization, Customer Centricity and more and key trends

Now an independent company, Lummus Technology has become a leading technology developer for new capacity expansion investments in the industry. Their expertise, reputation, and skilled team are applying startup energy to excel independently and drive innovation. Leon De Bruyn, President and CEO of Lummus, an expert in the technology and chemicals, has played a crucial role in the growth and success of Lummus. Leon explores the remarkable transformation of Lummus, a more than one hundred-year-old startup in startup mode. 

In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer welcomes Leon to share his wealth of knowledge and experience as he uncovers the secrets behind Lummus' remarkable evolution. Leon shares his leadership strengths and abilities and sheds light on Lummus' emphasis on portfolio expansion, growth, and incorporating new technology innovators. Exploring their focus on providing expertise throughout the value chain and their investment in innovative technologies, Leon shares Lummus’ interest in energy transition and market growth. 

Learn more about the following topics this week:

  • Challenges and opportunities of creating a new standalone company on the shoulders of an old company
  • Shifting mindsets: From engineering hours to customer value and technology
  • Instilling a new culture to drive growth and innovation
  • The role of digitization in Lummus' business 
  • Building a technology portfolio for the future

Victoria and Leon discuss Lummus’ accomplishments, its plans for the future, and the importance of leadership in navigating challenges, all while maintaining a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. Join us as we uncover Lummus' fascinating story and gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving chemical industry.

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01:31 Leon de Bruyn’s origin story
2:40 100 year-old technology company in startup mode
4:42 Challenges and opportunities in carving out a technology business
8:39 How Lummus has become more customer-centric
15:34 Redefining company culture to support new business structure and strategy
18:20 The role of digitization in enabling Net Zero carbon goals
24:02 Aligning values and goals to create a successful partnership
26:15 Future portfolio growth opportunities for Lummus Technology

Creators & Guests

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

What is The Chemical Show: Executive Interviews on Leadership, Sustainability, Supply Chain, Digitization, Customer Centricity and more and key trends?

Welcome to The Chemical Show™, where chemicals mean business. Featuring interviews with industry executives, you’ll hear about the key trends impacting chemicals and plastics today: growth, sustainability, innovation, business transformation, digitalization, supply chain, talent, strategic marketing, customer experience and much more.

Episodes are published every Tuesday.

Hosted by industry veteran Victoria Meyer, The Chemical Show brings you the latest insights into the industry. You will hear from leading industry executives as they discuss their companies, business, markets, and leadership. You’ll learn how chemical, specialty chemical, petrochemical, material science and plastics companies are making an impact, responding to the changing business environment, and discussing best practices and approaches you can apply in your business.