Wachovia Executive Lecture presents Charles Holliday, DuPont Chairman and former CEO
The Wachovia Executive Lecture Series features top executives of leading companies. This series was developed to provide corporate and professional insight for students of NC State University College of Management and the greater university community. The lectures are also open to members of the business community interested in hearing from some of today’s top corporate leaders. There is no charge and no registration is required. Parking is available in the Dan Allen Parking Deck on the NC State campus.
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About the Speaker
Charles Holliday became chair of the board on January 1, 1999. He retired from DuPont as chief executive officer on January 1, 2009. Dupont is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, and is past chairman of: the Business Roundtable’s Task Force for Environment, Technology and Economy; the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD); The Business Council; and the Society of Chemical Industry – American Section. He serves on the board of directors of Bank of America, Deere & Co., CH2MHILL, ClimateWorks Foundation and is chair emeritus of the board of directors of Catalyst. In addition, he is chairman of the U.S. Council on Competitiveness and is a founding member of the International Business Council. He co-authored “Walking the Talk,” a book which details the business case for sustainable development and corporate responsibility.
About the Company
DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture, nutrition, electronics, communications, safety and protection, home and construction, transportation and apparel.
In 1802, DuPont was primarily an explosives company. One hundred years ago, its focus turned to chemicals, materials and energy. Today, it delivers science-based solutions that make real differences in people’s lives around the world in areas such as food and nutrition, health care, apparel, safety and security, construction, electronics and transportation. Look closely at the things around your home and workplace, and chances are, you’ll find dozens of items made with DuPont materials.
DuPont’s ability to adapt to change and its foundation of unending scientific inquiry has enabled it to become one of the world’s most innovative companies. But, in the face of constant change, innovation and discovery, its core values have remained constant: commitment to safety and health; environmental stewardship; high ethical behavior; and respect for people. Read more
Wachovia Executive Lecture - Charles Holliday, DuPont Chairman
Charles Holliday
DuPont
Chairman
Location & Time
3400 Nelson Hall - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Contact Info
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