Edward J. Wehmer to Retire from Stepan Company Board of Directors

Core Points - Stepan Company announced the retirement of Edward J. Wehmer from its Board of Directors effective April 29, 2025, during the next annual meeting of stockholders [1] - Mr. Wehmer has been a board member since 2003, serving as Lead Independent Director since 2016 and Chair of the Audit Committee from 2007 to 2023 [2] - The Board will reduce its size from eight to seven directors following Mr. Wehmer's retirement, with Randall S. Dearth succeeding him as Lead Independent Director [3] Company Profile - Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals used across various industries, including surfactants for cleaning and disinfection products, agricultural solutions, and polyurethane polyols for thermal insulation [4] - The company is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, and operates modern production facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia [5]