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Montaha Hidefi, color archaeologist and president of Color Marketing Group, explains how CMG gathers signals, debates direction and selects key colors two years ahead. Sponsored By:

PPG reveals its 2026 Color of the Year and explains how Secret Safari and the Parallels theme translate across products, finishes and industrial applications. Sponsored By:

Vanessa Peterson, global color styling lead for consumer products at PPG, explains how global research, cultural signals and technical insight shape color forecasting and guide formulation decisions across industries. Sponsored By:

Lisbeth Parada, color and design lead at Minwax, explains why Special Walnut was selected as the 2026 Color of the Year and how wood finishes are shaping today’s interior design trends. Sponsored By:

Director of Color Marketing & Development, Andrea Magno, discusses how Color of the Year research, testing and forecasting connect design signals with long-term paint and coatings performance. Sponsored By:

Chief Editor Courtney Bassett sits down with longtime publisher Tom Fowler to discuss B2B leadership, industry shifts and the moments that shaped his ten years with PCI and ASI.

Replacing PFAS - Together: Supplier-Manufacturer Collaboration Wrapping up our 3 episode series, Cynthia Baricos, Vice President of Technology and Operations Research with Sheboygan Paint Company, joins Michael Goedeker from BYK to discuss PFAS changes and how they are supporting customers across the supply chain. Sponsored By:

Inefficient blasting can quietly drain production time, inflate costs, and undermine downstream coating performance. Brandon Acker breaks down where operations fail and how facilities regain control.

How Suppliers are Supporting Customers and Downstream Users in a Changing PFAS Landscape On our 2nd episode, Megan Smith, Director OHS Quality and Compliance at Dempsey Corporation, joins Michael Goedeker from BYK to discuss PFAS changes and how they are supporting customers  across the supply chain.  Sponsored By:

What does it take to steer a newly independent coatings company through its first 150 days? Pittsburgh Paints Co. CEO Brian Carson opens up about customer conversations, internal lessons learned and the bold moves PPC is making to serve painters, retailers and dealers. Tune in for an inside look at where the company is headed next.

A practical look at PFAS from a legal and compliance perspective. Tara Jacola, Vice President, Solutions Advising; and Terry Wells, Director, Chemical Compliance, at 3E, together with Michael Goedeker from BYK join us on this episode to cover key challenges, what to watch for, and how companies of all sizes can prepare for what’s aheadSponsored By:

ACD’s Brian Callahan joins Coat It! to break down Superfund taxes, OSHA updates, and regulatory ripple effects on coatings.

Join this episode to hear from Patrick O’Neill, PPG’s Global Synthesis Director and 2025 PCI Lifetime Achievement Award winner, as he reflects on innovation and leadership.

From widening leads to mid-market shakeups, this episode unpacks key business moves and takeaways from the 2025 PCI 25 and Global Top 10 rankings. Read the full rankings in the July eBook after listening. 

The ChemQuest Group’s Dr. Vickie Scarborough joins the podcast to explore how paint films are disrupting traditional coatings markets.

SRI has developed an advanced cooling paint that passively reduces surface temperatures by reflecting solar radiation and emitting heat back into space. This technology is poised to transform how corporations, cities and consumers manage thermal regulation without energy consumption.

Nathan Biller of ChemQuest discusses how advancements in powder coatings are keeping pace with — and helping drive — the electric vehicle revolution.

Biocides play a vital role in performance and durability. But with increasing regulatory scrutiny, environmental concerns and the push for more sustainable solutions, the landscape of biocide use is rapidly evolving. Nigel Atkinson, Arxada’s Vice President, Paints and Coatings, joins our podcast to discuss these challenges, and the new innovations that are emerging in light of them. Use biocides s...

Jotun’s Regulatory Affairs Manager for Hull Performance Petter Korslund discusses regulatory challenges, biofouling innovations and sustainability trends shaping the future of marine coatings and global shipping.

PCI Magazine unpacks the coatings industry’s response to materials of concern, from PFAS regulations to innovative alternatives, in this must-hear episode.

PCI editor Kristin Johansson discusses trends in sustainability with Arkema experts Hélène Pernot and Chris Miller. Sponsored By:

Listen to PCI and EPS discuss the trends and challenges shaping the coatings industry and learn more about recent polymer innovations from EPS.  Sponsored By:

An engaging conversation with Shiona Stewart, Jessica Silva, and Jack Tilley of Azelis Americas CASE. Explore how strategic partnerships, advanced lab capabilities, and cutting-edge digital platforms are shaping the future of the coatings industry while addressing sustainability and evolving customer needs.

The ILA and USMX have reached a temporary agreement. ACD President Eric Byer shares what’s next for the chemical supply chain.

Hear how the dock strike could impact the paint and coatings industry. ACD President Eric Byer discusses what industry professionals are doing.