MERRILLVILLE, Ind., February 14, 2017 – MonoSol, LLC, the water soluble film division of Kuraray, has promoted Christian Herrmanns to serve as senior vice president of marketing and sales. In this role, Herrmanns will report to P. Scott Bening, MonoSol’s president and CEO, and will lead the company’s global marketing and sales initiatives for water-soluble film technologies.

“Christian has been a valuable member of the MonoSol Senior Leadership Team since joining the company in 2013,” said Bening. “As senior vice president of marketing and sales, Christian will further lead MonoSol’s growth with his expertise in strategic marketing and planning.”

Herrmanns brings unique marketing experience to MonoSol after working in several global market categories and supporting several regions at The Dow Chemical Company, including coating and construction chemicals and non-woven resin products.

“Herrmanns’ international exposure, multicultural background and strategic marketing expertise will ensure MonoSol continues to lead the way in meeting our customers’ water-soluble film needs,” said Bening.

About MonoSol

MonoSol is a rapidly growing company that is committed to expanding in Northwest Indiana. MonoSol employs 528 employees worldwide and 450 in the Northwest Indiana area. MonoSol’s water-soluble film technologies have revolutionized detergent and cleaning industries all over the world. Our water-soluble packaging design helps create products that can deliver exact dosage, easier handling, greater convenience, and safety and sustainability. MonoSol’s growing portfolio of applications includes detergents, solid surface, composites, ag chem and optical films, as well personal care products, food manufacturing, pool and spa, transfer printing and more. Through our collaborative mindset, global manufacturing footprint, high-quality products and scientific expertise, we partner with our customers to create innovative product packaging solutions that enhance everyday life. Founded in 1953, MonoSol is a division of Kuraray, one of the world’s leading specialty chemical companies, and is based in Merrillville, Indiana.

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MonoSol, LLC
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