David Pleasance

The American Chemical Society (ACS) encourages the broadest and most liberal manner the advancement of chemistry in all its branches, the promotion of research in chemical science and industry, the improvement of the qualifications and usefulness of chemists through high standards of professional ethics, education, and attainments, the increase and diffusion of chemical knowledge, and by its meetings, professional contacts, reports, papers, discussions, and publications.

American Institute of Chemical Engineers is a private company headquartered in New York, NY, also operating in the United States, that operates as a professional organization for chemical engineers.The company says this about itself: AIChE is a professional society of more than 53,000 chemical engineers in 110 countries. Its members work in corporations, universities and government using their knowledge of chemical processes to develop safe and useful products for the benefit of society. Through its varied programs, AIChE continues to be a focal point for information exchange on the frontiers of chemical engineering research in such areas as energy, sustainability, biological and environmental engineering, nano technology, and chemical plant safety and security.

Financial Executives International enhances member professional development through peer networking, career planning services, conferences, publications and special reports, and research. Its members include Chief Financial Officers, Vice Presidents of Finance, Treasurers, and Controllers. The company was founded in December 1931 and is headquartered in Morristown, NJ.