Chemistry Group’s VP Choice Signals Role of Diversity, Science

Kimberly Wise White—a rare example of a scientist and woman of color in a position of regulatory power within the chemical industry— wants to show that opportunities for people like her exist in a sector long dominated by White men.

“I hope that when they see there are people that look like them, they feel empowered to get the education and training they need, and aspire to be in roles like this,” she said.

White recently became vice president of regulatory and technical affairs at the American Chemistry Council. The industry group, known as ACC, represents the bulk of the ...