Karen S. Carter appointed CEO of Dow; Jim Fitterling to Become Executive Chair.

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    "title": "Karen S. Carter appointed CEO of Dow; Jim Fitterling to Become Executive Chair.",
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    "excerpt": "Karen S. Carter appointed CEO of Dow; Jim Fitterling to Become Executive Chair.\n\nDow CEO Jim Fitterling will step down to become Executive Chair, while current COO Karen S. Carter has been appointed CEO effective July 1, 2026. The move follows a multi-year succession process.\n\nDow recently announced that Jim Fitterling, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, will become Executive Chair of the Board, effective July 1, 2026. The Dow Board of Directors has appointed Karen S. Carter, currently Chief Operating Officer, as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. Carter will also join Dow's Board of Directors at that time. Richard Davis will continue to serve as Dow's Independent Lead Director.\n\nThis announcement reflects the culmination of a multi-year, thoughtful succession planning process and supports continuity as Dow continues to advance its strategy as a world-leading materials science company.\n\n\"On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Jim for his exceptional leadership and continued contributions to Dow,\" said Davis. \"Jim has led the company through a period of significant transformation while strengthening Dow's strategy, culture, and long-term positioning. We are equally pleased to congratulate Karen on her appointment as CEO. She is a disciplined, highly respected leader with a deep understanding of Dow's businesses and customers. This appointment reflects our...",
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    "article_sentence": "The Dow Board of Directors has appointed Karen S. Carter, currently Chief Operating Officer, as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026."
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