Stewart Williams

Stewart Williams is a seasoned professional in the coatings and additives industry, currently serving as Technical Director for Paints & Coatings at Nouryon since May 2023. Prior roles include Global Market Manager and Global Segment Leader for Coatings Additives, as well as Associate R&D Director at Dow from June 2014 to 2023, where innovation in coating additives was driven across global markets. Previous experience includes Senior R&D Manager at The Dow Chemical Company, overseeing analytical sciences and enhancing measurement capabilities, and a Technical Director role at Rohm and Haas Research Laboratories, leading the Paint Quality Institute. Stewart's career also features positions as Marketing and Tech Service Manager at Celanese and Market Manager for Coatings Additives at Rohm and Haas, reflecting a strong background in technical sales and market management. Stewart holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of Washington, earned between 1983 and 1989.