Celanese Corporation, a global leader in the production of chemical and specialty material solutions, has announced the election of Christopher Kuehn to its Board of Directors. Mr. Kuehn, currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Trane Technologies plc, will assume his position on the Celanese Board starting January 1, 2025. This addition will expand the Board’s membership to 12, with 11 of the members serving as independent directors.
Kim Rucker, Lead Independent Director of Celanese Corporation, expressed enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, “The Board is delighted to welcome Chris. He is a seasoned executive that deepens the Board’s financial and risk management expertise while also bringing fresh perspectives as a current CFO managing a range of financial, information technology, and security disciplines.”
Christopher Kuehn’s Distinguished Career
Mr. Kuehn, 52, brings a wealth of experience in finance, risk management, and digital technology oversight to Celanese. In his role as Executive Vice President and CFO at Trane Technologies, a global climate innovation leader, he oversees critical global finance operations. His responsibilities span investor relations, financial planning and analysis, treasury, business unit finance, controllership, external reporting, tax, audit/advisory services, and enterprise risk management. Furthermore, he manages global information technology and digital risk functions, demonstrating his expertise in navigating complex, multidisciplinary challenges.
Mr. Kuehn has held his current position since 2020, a role he assumed during the launch of Trane Technologies following its Reverse Morris Trust Transaction with Ingersoll Rand. Before this, he served as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of Ingersoll Rand plc from 2015 to 2020. In this capacity, he led global controllership and reporting efforts, enterprise financial planning and analysis, and business unit finance.
His earlier career includes notable roles such as Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at Whirlpool Corporation from 2012 to 2015. At SPX Corporation, he served as Segment CFO for the Thermal Equipment & Services division and held other senior finance roles from 2006 to 2012. Mr. Kuehn’s professional journey began in 1994 at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, where he gained substantial experience in assurance practices, progressively advancing in responsibility.
Educational Background and Certifications
Christopher Kuehn holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the State University of New York College at Geneseo and an MBA from the University of Rochester. Additionally, he is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in New York, underscoring his strong foundation in financial and regulatory expertise.
Future Role at Celanese Corporation
As a member of the Celanese Board of Directors, Mr. Kuehn will bring his extensive financial, strategic, and technological insights to support the company’s vision and operations. His nomination will be subject to shareholder approval at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
About Celanese Corporation
Celanese Corporation stands at the forefront of the global chemical industry, delivering specialty material solutions that drive innovation across a diverse range of industries and consumer applications. The company leverages its expertise in chemistry, technology, and commerce to create sustainable value for its stakeholders.
A Fortune 500 company, Celanese recorded net sales of $10.9 billion in 2023 and employs approximately 12,400 individuals worldwide. The organization remains committed to sustainability, focusing on responsibly managing materials and expanding its portfolio of eco-friendly products to meet growing societal and customer demands.
Celanese also prioritizes fostering inclusivity within its teams and contributing positively to the communities it serves, reflecting its mission to create not just chemical solutions, but also meaningful societal impact.
With Christopher Kuehn’s appointment, Celanese reinforces its commitment to excellence in governance, innovation, and sustainability as it continues to shape the future of specialty materials on a global scale.
