NAGASE finds right chemistry as Scott Wilson joins its functional specialty materials sales team

ITASCA - NAGASE Specialty Materials NA LLC has appointed Scott Wilson as Performance Chemicals account manager to serve the company's coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers customers in the Dakotas, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Previously, Wilson has successfully led business development initiatives for Poland-based PCC Chemax/Exol SA, a global specialty chemical manufacturer; HollyFrontier Refining & Marketing, an independent petroleum refiner for specialty oils and chemicals; and Hallstar, a manufacturer of esters and plasticizers.

After serving 13 years in the U.S. Army, Wilson set aside his boots and flak jacket to pursue a career in chemicals. Wilson's almost two decades in the chemical industry began with a chance conversation on the hockey rink between two dads. "I was coaching my youngest daughter's hockey team and I was talking to another dad about careers, and he went on and on about how exciting the chemical industry is," said Wilson. A Minnesota native, Wilson relishes the outdoors and describes himself as "old school" when it comes to ice fishing, happily sitting atop a bucket on a frozen lake with a line in the water.

"What has impressed me the most about NAGASE is the management and the direction they want to take this company in terms of growth," said Wilson. "I see so much potential with NAGASE. My chemical background, strategic planning and business development skills will enhance our relationships with existing and potential customers. It all comes down to people and helping them solve their biggest challenges."

"Scott has elevated his former organizations where he has regularly helped deliver double-digit sales growth," said NAGASE Specialty Materials District Manager Christy Marcuccelli. "His customer-centric values complement our company's practices. His humor will keep you smiling and engaged."

NAGASE Specialty Materials is a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and manufacturer of chemical products, serving industries that impact everyday life - ranging from plastics and coatings to pharmaceuticals and personal care. NAGASE Specialty Materials is committed to adding value to customers' product development and manufacturing processes with extensive resources to fulfill that commitment.