RSSDow Corning Corp.
Company Information
Dow Corning was established in 1943 specifically to explore the potential of silicones. It was created as a joint venture between Corning Glass Works (now Corning, Inc.) and The Dow Chemical Co.
Today Dow Corning provides solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 20,000 customers worldwide. A global leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, offering more than 7,000 products and services, Dow Corning is equally owned by The Dow Chemical Co. and Corning, Inc. More than half of Dow Corning’s annual sales are outside the United States.
Company Officers
Robert D. Hansen
President and CEO
Hansen added the role of CEO in May 2011. Elected president November 2010, he joined Dow Corning’s finance function in 1982 in Midland. Over the years, his leadership roles have taken him all over the world, including executive oversight as manager of the South American Region and president of the European Area. His diverse commercial experience eventually led to his most recent responsibilities as executive vice president for Dow Corning’s Core Products Business.
Hansen is a graduate of Valparaiso University, where he earned a bachelor of science degree in business administration.
Stephanie A. Burns
chairman
A passion for innovation, a talent for recognizing global opportunities, and a vision for combining the scientific and social benefits of chemistry, have led Stephanie A. Burns, Ph.D. to the boardroom at Dow Corning Corp. In 25 years at Dow Corning, Dr Burns’ career has spanned scientific research; issues management; science and technology leadership and business management. She has been a member of Dow Corning’s Board of Directors since 2001, was elected president in 2003 and CEO in January 2004. She was elected chairman in January 2006. She retired her position as CEO May 2011.
Featured content related to Dow Corning Corp.
Dow Corning Corp. News
- Dow Corning Sponsors Energy Department Solar Decathlon
- Dow Corning Names New CEO
- American Chemistry Council Announces Responsible Care Awards
- Dow Corning Names New President
- ACC Announces Responsible Care Energy Efficiency Award Winners
- Dow Corning Ramps Up Production In Response To Influenza Outbreak
Dow Corning Corp. Articles
- Dow Corning's CEO Earns Prestigious Award; Company Gets Safety Accolade
- Dow Corning Sends Volunteers to India; Optimizes Service In Europe and Middle East
- Dow Corning Vows To Help Customers; Focuses On Efficiency And Sustainability
- Dow Corning Invests Billions, Goes To China, Wins “Green” Award, And Has Scientist Head ACS
- ACS President: Passion and the Seven Cs Will Help You Navigate A Tough Economy
- Process Converts Residues into Syngas
Products
Dow Corning produces more than 7,000 silicone-based products such as adhesives, insulating materials, and lubricants for aerospace, automotive, and electrical uses. Because silicone does not conduct electricity, it is also used in its hard polycrystalline form (silicon) as the material on which semiconductors are built. Its products are also used in the production of photovoltaic cells used to produce solar energy. With plants worldwide, the company sells more than half of its products outside the US.
