Scott Richardson (left) has been named Celanese's new CEO, and will join the board of directors. Edward Galante (right) will become chair of the Celanese board. [Photos: Celanese]
Scott Richardson, currently the company's chief operating officer, has been appointed as CEO and will join the company’s board of directors, effective Jan. 1. Edward Galante has been named as the company's new board chair, succeeding outgoing CEO Lori Ryerkerk.