DigiChem Dialogues

In complex B2B, the customer does not exist. What exists is a network of people — engineers, buyers, managers, and users — each with different incentives, and most companies still market to all of them with the same generic message. In this episode of DigiChem Dialogues, host Jay Bhatia sits down with Jörg-Holger Krause , Manager of Sales Excellence at SABIC , for a conversation built on nearly fi...

What does it actually take to win commercially in the age of AI — and how is it different from what chemical companies have done before? In this episode of DigiChem Dialogues, host Jay Bhatia sits down with Dan Futter , Chief Commercial Officer at Dow , and Chris Musso , Senior Partner and Global Chemicals Lead at McKinsey , for an unscripted conversation on one of the most urgent questions facing...

AI is on every agenda, but in the chemical industry, most initiatives struggle for a simple reason: the foundation isn’t ready. In this episode of DigiChem Dialogues, Jilles Eissen (Global CIO, Allnex ) joins Jay Bhatia (CEO, Agilis ) to break down why “you can’t cook AI in a dirty kitchen,” and what it actually takes to make AI deliver real outcomes. Drawing from experience across manufacturing,...

In this episode of DigiChem Dialogues , we sit down with Sebastian Förster , Manager of Customer Experience Activation at Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Henkel’s 2025 Corporate Influencer of the Year. Sebastian takes us inside Henkel’s approach to building immersive, value-driven customer experiences in a complex B2B world — blending digital tools, physical Inspiration Centers, and co-creation w...

In this groundbreaking episode of DigiChem Dialogues, host Jay Bhatia interviews Megan Gluth, the pioneering CEO of Catalynt and the first female Chair of the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD). Episode Highlights: An intimate look at Megan's remarkable journey from rural Iowa to leading a top chemical distribution company Insights into human-centered Capitalism and Innovative Leadership...

DigiChem Dialogues presents an engaging episode featuring Constantyn Chalitsios, exploring the cutting-edge intersection of AI and digital transformation in the chemical industry. This conversation delves into the innovative approaches and strategic insights for leveraging technology to drive operational excellence. Key highlights of the episode include: AI Implementation Strategies: Constantyn sh...

DigiChem Dialogues presents an insightful episode featuring Eric Byer, President and CEO of the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD). In this engaging discussion, Eric shares his expertise on the evolving landscape of the chemical distribution industry and the recent transformation of ACD. Key highlights of the episode include: Key Priorities: Discover ACD's strategic focus areas, includin...

DigiChem Dialogues presents an enlightening episode featuring Henrik Hahn, Chief Digital Officer of Evonik Industries, as he shares invaluable insights from Evonik's digital transformation journey. This episode offers a comprehensive look at strategies for preparing a global organization for the digital age in the chemical industry. Listeners will gain expert knowledge on: Evonik's digital...

DigiChem Dialogues presents an illuminating episode featuring Marius Vaarkamp, Business Director of Fuel and Lubricant Solutions at BASF, as he shares invaluable insights from BASF's successful digital transformation journey. This episode offers a deep dive into the practical aspects of implementing digital solutions in the chemical industry. Listeners will gain expert knowledge on: Proven str...

DigiChem Dialogues presents an insightful episode featuring Colie Whitaker, a USAF veteran turned chemical distribution leader, as he shares his transformative journey in digitizing the industry. This compelling discussion explores how The Whitaker Company rapidly implemented a digital customer portal, revolutionizing its approach to chemical distribution. Listeners will gain valuable insights int...