Global Polymer Summit 2025 announces Keynote Speakers

Akron, OH – The inaugural Global Polymer Summit (GPS) 2025 unveiled its distinguished keynote speakers, who will bring powerful insights and industry expertise to this premier event. Set to take place this fall, GPS 2025 promises to be a landmark gathering for professionals across the polymer and rubber industries.

Attendees are encouraged to register early—conference pricing increases on August 1, and housing reservations close August 15. Book your room within the official hotel block for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card.

Tuesday Keynote Address

Michael Recchio
President & CEO, Zeon Chemicals, L.P.
Topic: Risk and Decision Making in the Rubber Industry
Michael Recchio will explore the critical balance between risk and reward in industrial decision-making. His keynote will offer a practical framework for evaluating risk using data-driven strategies, including a retrospective look at investment, human resources, and safety decisions through the lens of a risk matrix.

Wednesday Keynote Address

Anne Forristall Luke
President & CEO, U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA)
Topic: Navigating Complexity – The U.S. Tire Manufacturing Industry and the Road Ahead
Anne Forristall Luke will deliver a forward-looking address on the evolving landscape of the U.S. tire industry. As the head of USTMA, she will share insights into the challenges and opportunities facing manufacturers, and how the industry is adapting to an increasingly complex global environment.

For more information and to register, visit 2025 Global Polymer Summit