How Policy Impacts Competitiveness with Chris Jahn of American Chemistry Council - Ep. 261

Join industry leaders at The Chemical Summit on September 29-30, 2026 in Houston, Texas.  Visit thechemicalsummit.comTrade uncertainty, regulatory hurdles, and rail consolidation are reshaping the U.S. chemical sector’s path to competitiveness. Chris Jahn, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council, sits down with host Victoria Meyer to break down how shifting tariff policies, global supply chain complexity, and potential rail mergers are influencing costs, innovation, and industry alignment. Chris and Victoria also examine the urgent need for TSCA reform to speed up chemical approvals and keep American manufacturing globally competitive. The conversation highlights how effective advocacy, targeted regulation, and smarter infrastructure policies will be critical for the industry’s future success. Additional Links:  Sustainability Starts with Chemistry with ACC CEO Chris Jahn Subscribe to The Chemical Show on YouTube  Join us this week as Victoria and Chris discuss the following: In-Person connections drive industry alignment  Trade policy uncertainty impacts U.S. competitiveness  Rail mergers threaten costs and agility  TSCA delays hinder U.S. chemical innovation  Leadership Focus: Prioritizing through industry complexity   Killer Quote: "If you're waiting for all the information to be certain that you're right, you're never going to move quickly enough because that uncertainty is never going to go away. So you have to make the best decision you can with the information you have and then have the agility to pivot and move as you need to going forward." - Chris Jahn  ***Don’t miss an episode: Subscribe to The Chemical Show on your favorite podcast player.  ***Like what you hear? Leave a rating and review. ***Want more insights? Sign up for our email list at https://www.thechemicalshow.com