Jennifer Abril, ACI at 100, and the Future of the Cleaning Industry - Ep. 255

Join industry leaders at The Chemical Summit on September 29-30, 2026 in Houston, Texas.  Visit thechemicalsummit.comRecord attendance, industry transformation, and the push for science-backed clarity are setting the tone for the American Cleaning Institute’s centennial year. Jennifer Abril, ACI’s new leader, joins host Victoria Meyer to share how the organization is meeting member demands for authoritative guidance and consumer trust amidst regulatory pressures and rapid industry change. Jennifer provides a behind-the-scenes look at the priorities for 2026; getting new chemistries to market, modernizing regulatory processes like TSCA, and redefining ACI’s “North Star” for the future. The conversation highlights the importance of innovation, policy modernization, and strategic leadership as ACI celebrates its 100th anniversary and positions itself for the challenges and opportunities of a new century. Subscribe to The Chemical Show on YouTube Listen in as Victoria and April discuss the following: ACI’s 100th anniversary: new era, leadership, and vision   Science-driven advocacy and combating industry misinformation   Leading industry transformation and embracing innovation   Regulatory hurdles and TSCA modernization efforts   Jennifer Abril’s vision: partnerships and strategic direction  Killer Quote: "We really believe that consumers are looking for a trusted authoritative body. That's a responsibility that we have and it is a responsibility that our member companies have specifically asked me to lead the organization into - to really step into that gap." - Jennifer Abril Additional Links:  Five Key Questions for Jennifer Abril: Leadership, Transformation, and the Future of Chemicals The Different Impacts Of Chemical Industry That We Rarely Realize With Melissa Hockstad    ***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