Jonathan Vincent
Process Engineer at INEOS INOVYN
Young Ambassador Award 2024 winner and ChemTalent chair
“I joined the ChemTalent team as it presents a unique opportunity to actively contribute to shaping policies that directly impact the future of young professionals in the chemical industry, allowing me to advocate for their needs and aspirations. Being part of this dynamic group not only empowers me to foster positive changes within the industry but also provide a platform for collaborative efforts that align with my passion for advancing the interests of emerging talents in the field.”
Amy Summerton
Research chemist and apprentice at SABIC Petrochemicals
Young Ambassador Award 2023 winner
”As current Young Ambassador I would like encourage all like minded young professionals in the chemical industry to come forward to lead ChemTalent for 2024/25. ChemTalent has given myself so many fantastic opportunities to be the voice of the next generation of our industry. Our 3 key priorities are Changing Perceptions, Bridging the Skills Gap & Promoting the Industry; if this is something you are passionate about I encourage you to apply.”
Lucy Jones
Graduate Trainee at Croda International
”As an early careerist within the chemical industry, I recognise the importance of developing an understanding of the industry and I want to support these opportunities for others. I am passionate about promoting different career pathways available in the chemical industry and hope to contribute to it being a positive and inclusive environment to work in.”
Scott Gorman
Lead Development Scientist at Croda Europe Ltd, responsible for scale-up and optimisation of fermentation products and technical support to the Biotechnology plant at Croda Ditton and various other toll manufacturers around Europe.
“I joined ChemTalent to be involved in interesting discussions with a network of likeminded scientists on key topics such as sustainability, skills recruitment, and D&I whereby we can hopefully have a positive impact on the future of the Chemical Industry”.
Hannah Mohsen
Production Engineer at Solutia UK Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of East Chemicals.
“I joined ChemTalent to be at the forefront of decision making for young people in the chemical industry – both those currently in it, and those looking to join it. Joining any new industry can be daunting and so having gone through this onboarding process and being able to experience first hand how perceptions can change, and what potential hurdles there are I want to assist in anyway that I can to help shape the future of young people in industry”.
Sameen Barabhuiya
Process Engineer at Nufarm
”I joined ChemTalent as I have a strong interest in influencing strategy in the UK Chemical Manufacturing industry in particular on how it can remain cost competitive with other nations whilst also meeting net zero.”
Sam Kirkland
Operations Manager at Veolia
The opportunities to discuss and contribute to key topics and issues facing the chemical industry was a large part of why I joined ChemTalent. As a new member in 2024 I have already found being included in a network of like minded individuals has been a great way to expand my knowledge of the wider industry, gaining insights and connections I otherwise may not have as well as getting involved in areas I am passionate about.
Thet Su Aye Chan
Project Engineer at Solutia UK Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Eastman Chemical Company
”I joined ChemTalent to be part of an impactful team committed to shaping the policies that influence the chemical industry, and to keep informed on new emerging technologies and changes in the industry. By representing early careerists in the industry, I also hope to bring to the forefront the challenges young professionals in the U.K. face so that we can create welcoming work environments that can nurture and retain talents. I hope we can create a support network where members can share experiences from their professional journey, and advices on career progression.”