Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) has announced the retirement of David Stryker, the current general counsel, and the appointment of Julia Wright as the new Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary, effective October 13, 2025. Stryker will transition to the chairman's office to serve as Executive Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, until his retirement at the end of the year.
Wright brings over 15 years of senior executive experience to Huntsman, having most recently served as the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at ChampionX Corporation, a global leader in chemistry solutions, artificial lift systems, and highly engineered equipment and technologies. She was responsible for various legal aspects, including corporate governance, compliance, trade compliance, litigation, M&A, employment, commercial, intellectual property, shareholder engagement, and SEC filings at ChampionX.
Huntsman's President, CEO, and Chairman, Peter R. Huntsman, praised Stryker for his exceptional service, citing his expertise in strengthening the company's balance sheet and creating significant value. He also expressed his anticipation of working with Wright, emphasizing her pivotal role in establishing and developing a full-service legal and compliance function at ChampionX.
Huntsman Corporation, a globally traded manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals, reported approximately $6 billion in revenues for 2024. The company's chemical products, numbering in the thousands, are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving various consumer and industrial end markets. Huntsman operates over 60 facilities in approximately 25 countries and employs around 6,300 associates within its continuing operations. The market has reacted to these announcements by moving the company's shares 1.94% to a price of $11.03. For the full picture, make sure to review Huntsman CORP's 8-K report.
