PLASTICS Opens William R. Carteaux Leadership Award Nominations

The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has opened nominations for the William R. Carteaux Leadership Award, presented to an industry professional who has achieved distinction in working for the betterment of the plastics industry.

The award was created in 2020 to honor Bill R. Carteaux, the former president and CEO of PLASTICS from 2005 until December 2018, when he passed away due to complications from acute myeloid leukemia (AML).  Any employee of a PLASTICS member company who personifies the values of Carteaux — unity, dedication, perseverance and selflessness — is eligible for the award.

“Bill Carteaux’s passion and dedication to our industry were remarkable,” Matt Seaholm, president and CEO of PLASTICS, says. “Even through tough times, Bill was committed to PLASTICS and advocated for our entire industry including the millions of workers it employs. He was relentlessly optimistic about the future of the plastics industry, bringing together leaders and innovators to address our sustainability goals. It’s our great honor to provide an award that reflects Bill’s professional and personal values. I look forward to participating in our award ceremony this spring in Orlando, Florida.”

Brad Crocker, CEO of Epsilyte, was an award recipient. “It was an honor to be the first recipient of the William R. Carteaux Leadership Award,” Crocker says. “Bill Carteaux was a selfless leader who was passionate about our industry and its future. This award exemplifies what it means to lead with the values Bill personified: dedication, unity, perseverance and selflessness.”

Prospective candidates can be nominated by their peers, friends or family. To submit nominations, please click here. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, Feb. 2, 2024.

The award will be presented as part of the Plastics Hall of Fame Ceremony in Orlando, Florida, on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

Learn more about Bill Carteaux from sister publication Plastics Technology.