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Valtris Specialty Chemicals Announces New Chief Human Resources Officer
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, May 04, 2026--Valtris Specialty Chemicals, a leading global manufacturer of a comprehensive portfolio of specialty additives, announced today the appointment of Clint Shephard as the company’s new Chief Human Resources Officer. Mr. Shephard will play a key role in leading the company’s global talent strategy. Mr. Shephard will be based in the company’s new office in Midland, Michigan.
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