Women in Chemicals “Woman of the Week” Spotlight: Katie Hess

Our ongoing partnership with Women in Chemicals continues this week as the organization highlights Katie Hess, Executive Director at Women in Chemicals, in their “Woman of the Week“ series – an initiative ProChem Inc. is proud to sponsor.

Katie brings a unique blend of business experience, nonprofit leadership, and community-focused vision to her role at WIC.  Her career path reflects a steady commitment to creating spaces where people feel supported, connected, and empowered to lead. In her conversation with Women in Chemicals, she reflects on the experiences that shaped her approach to leadership and the values that continue to guide her work.

Throughout the interview, Katie shares insights on:

• • • • • • • • • How early entrepreneurial work informed leadership style
                • What drew her toward mission-driven organizations
                • The opportunities she sees ahead for Women in Chemicals
                • Encouragement for leaders navigating change or seeking meaningful impact.

Her perspective underscores the importance of purpose-driven leadership – something that resonates strongly across the chemical industry as companies and organizations work to build more inclusive, future-focused communities.

Watch or Listen to the Full Interview

The full conversation with Katie Hess is available on multiple platforms:

• WIC Website: Katie Hess — Women in Chemicals
• Vimeo: Woman of the Week (Ft. Katie Hess) | Videos & Movies on Vimeo
• Podcast (Buzzsprout): Woman of the Week (Ft. Katie Hess)