Chemours' Gerardo Familiar Appointed to SEMI North America Advisory Board

Core Insights - Gerardo Familiar, President of Chemours' Advanced Performance Materials (APM) business, has been appointed to the SEMI North America Advisory Board (NAAB) to support semiconductor innovation and supply chain resilience in North America [1][2][3] Group 1: Appointment and Role - Familiar's appointment to the SEMI NAAB took effect on January 14, 2026, marking the start of his three-year term [3] - The SEMI NAAB serves as the principal advocate for member companies in North America, providing strategic guidance on programs that enhance semiconductor industry growth, supply chain robustness, sustainability, workforce development, and manufacturing excellence [1][2] Group 2: Company Background and Expertise - Chemours is a global leader in industrial and specialty chemicals, serving markets such as coatings, plastics, refrigeration, semiconductor, and advanced electronics [4] - The company operates through three business segments: Thermal & Specialized Solutions, Titanium Technologies, and Advanced Performance Materials, delivering chemistry-based innovations to solve customer challenges [4] - Chemours has approximately 5,700 employees and 28 manufacturing sites, serving around 2,400 customers in approximately 110 countries [4]