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SOCMA 101: “How to Maximize Your
Membership”
Member OrientationApril 28th 2:00 – 3:00 PM (EST)
“Course Syllabus”“Why SOCMA Membership is Essential in Today’s Environment”
Simon Upfill-Brown, President and General ManagerJohann Haltermann, Ltd.
“Your Advocate in Washington” Bill Allmond, Director of Government Relations
“SOCMA Visions and Business Development” Dr. Tucker Helmes, Senior Director, SOCMA VisionsDr. Holland Jordan, Director, Business Development
“An Introduction to ChemStewards” Jennifer Abril, Director of ChemStewards
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Member Testimonial:
Simon Upfill-BrownPresident and General ManagerJohann-Haltermann, Ltd.
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SOCMA Government Relations:
Your Advocate in Washington
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SOCMA Government Relations:
Mission: To promote the passage of rational laws and regulations
How we do that: By educating & lobbying Congress and the federal regulatory agencies on the unique needs and concerns of specialty chemical manufacturers and promoting policies and interpretations that benefit our members without sacrificing environmental protections, safety or security
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What We Do:Regulatory Affairs (our primary focus):
• Seek member input on priority issues & SOCMA recommendations on advocacy strategy
• Provide comments and recommendations to agencies developing regulations and enforcement policies
• Negotiate with key decision makers at federal agencies to secure favorable outcomes
• Develop customized compliance assistance training and tools for members
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Recent Impacts:• Definition of Solid Waste (EPA)• Area Sources (EPA)• Spill Prevention, Control, & Countermeasures (EPA)• Toxic Substances Control Act standards (EPA)• Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act Standards (DHS)• Climate Change
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What We Do:
Legislative Affairs:• Communicate industry positions on key legislative
initiatives to Members of Congress through testimony and direct advocacy
• Educate congressional staff on SOCMA members’ unique and critical role in the U.S. chemical industry and in the national economy
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Recent Impacts:
• Face-to-face meetings with key Congressional committees at least twice per month.
• Testified twice in 1st 4 months of ‘08: House Homeland Security Committee & Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
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SOCMA Connect:SOCMA’s Grassroots Advocacy Initiative
• This initiative is a network of members that enables direct SOCMA member participation in our advocacy efforts, particularly on Capitol Hill.
• Signature activities include member participation in Congressional hearings and visits to Congressional offices on Capitol Hill or in district offices.
www.socmaconnect.com
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GR Communication Tools:
Capitol Connect newsletterChemical Bond Express
SOCMA members-only website
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Committees: Environment
• Air, water, waste, TRI & pollution preventionChemical Risk Management
• TSCA, chemical testing, risk analysis, & int’l chemical regulation
Safety & Security• Site Security, process & employee safety
International Trade Policy• International trade agreements & duty suspensions
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Committees: We’re Interested in Your Input!
SOCMA member input is essential to our industry’s success in influencing regulatory & legislative issues.
Your company’s representation and participation on SOCMA Government Relations committees is the primary means of achieving successful results.
To join a Committee, please submit a Government Relations Committee Service Form available at www.socma.com.
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Benefits of Committee Participation:
Access to more information, earlier
Help shape association positions
Establish relationships with important government and industry contacts
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Compliance Assistance:MON Resource CenterMultimedia Wastewater GuideSPCC Model PlanTSCA Manual & ChecklistSecurity Vulnerability Assessment MethodologySite Security Guidelines (which complement ChemStewards®)GlobalChem, InteChem, Chemical Security Summit
Just to name a few!
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GR Staff: Bill Allmond – Director (Overall GR management)
[email protected], 202-721-4122
Jeff Gunnulfsen – Sr. Manager (Security & process safety issues)[email protected], 202-721-4198
Dan Moss – Manager (Environmental issues)[email protected], 202-721-4143
Sarah Mechum – Asst Manager (Safety & security issues, SOCMA CONNECT grassroots initiative)[email protected], 202-721-4186
Justine Freisleben – Asst Manager (Chemical policy & Int’l trade issues)[email protected], 202-721-4155
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2008 Products and Services
Presented by: SOCMA’s Visions and Business
Development Groups
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Chemical Industry Consortium Management(ChemSortia)
SOCMA’s chemical consortium management program, managed and staffed by VISIONS
> 30 years experience managing test panels, coalitions, cost-sharing consortia, and industry sector-specific trade associations
Provides cost-effective services to assist with chemical registration, testing and research, regulatory compliance, stewardship, media relations, education
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ChemSortia Examples:TSCA Section 4 Test Rules
• Solvent Black 7• Sodium Formaldehyde Sulfoxylate• Tributylphosphate
HPV/EHPV ConsortiaStilbene brightenersDisperse Blue 79:14-VinylcyclohexeneMetal carboxylates
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ChemSortia Examples:
Industry Sector Groups• Dyes (ETAD)• Activated Carbon (IACMA)• Polyacrylate Absorbents (IPA)• Chlorobenzenes (CPA)• Dibasic Esters (DBE)
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REACH Assistance:
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New Programs:
Nanotechnology SME Coalition International Regulatory Compliance Network Bulk Pharmaceuticals Task Force
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Business Development Initiatives:
What are our goals?
Provide customized, value-added services that meet the needs of our members and industry
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A consulting service provided by SOCMA
Provides regulatory risk screening and technical assistance relating to the new chemicals registration process and general TSCA issues
Specializes in TSCA, with resources also available for Asia, the E.U., and other international markets
Services are tailored to the specific needs of each chemical company
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Services Include:
Filing of PMN forms and other documents
Review of filled-out PMNs for completeness and potential ‘roadblocks’
Hazard, exposure and risk characterization using EPA’s P2 (Pollution Prevention) models
Acting as an agent to EPA to help ‘unstick’ troublesome PMNs
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Evaluation of new chemicals for exemptions, exclusions, or submission as consolidated PMN
Chemical testing strategy development and management
On-site training for staff
Searches for existing toxicity and chemical data
And much, much more…
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SOCMA Members on PMNPro:
“The results of their work indicated they knew the PMN process and EPA personnel very well.”
- Chris Ford, Cardolite Corporation
“I was pleased with every aspect of our interaction. It was cordial, professional, and most importantly, timely.”
- Ron Kreis, Bimax Inc.
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• AIG Environmental is our new partner• Risk Management with Chemical Industry Specialists• Assessment Tools• Flexible Programs• Utilize local brokers
http://www.socma.com/AMC/insurance.htm
Member-Select Insurance Program with AIG Environmental:
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ChemStewards and AIG:• Independent audits are required which
increases credibility and improvements
• AIG credits the company for the costs of these audits!
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Additional Member-Select Programs:• Energy Program
Partnership with Power Management, a privately-held energy services company registered and approved by state and federal officials.
• Tax R&D Credit ProgramPartnership with The Alliant Group, whose team of experts has engaged dozens of chemical companies in securing millions of dollars in tax credits and cash refunds.
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Additional Member-Select Programs:
• Corporate Relocation ProgramPartnership with Corporate Relocation, Inc, to offer customized discounted relocation services
• Strategic Tax Credit and Incentive ReviewPartnership with Centerprise Inc, to help you identify sanctioned credits and incentives.
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• A global resource and marketing tool
• FREE for SOCMA members – just enter your corporate e-mail address to log-on, no passwords are needed
• Connects consultants and listed vendors with SOCMA members
• Find the expertise you need through a trusted source - SOCMA
Chemical Industry Consultants Database (CIC)
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Executive Insights
Monthly newsletter that offers informative articles and editorials on the global chemical industry.
Coming Soon:
Business Development Bulletin Board
Members will be able to access new BD opportunities on SOCMA’s website.
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For Further Information:
Dr. Holland JordanDirector, Business Development
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An Introduction to ChemStewards ®
SOCMA’s Performance Improvement Program
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What is ChemStewards?• A Three-Tiered Environmental, Health, Safety &
Security Improvement Program
• Mandatory for SOCMA Members that Manufacture
• Straightforward Process Designed to Complement a Facility’s Current Practices
• Meaningful Activities that Deliver Business Value and Recognizable Certification
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The ChemStewards Program:
Major Benefits:
Building a Strong EHS&S Management System
Gaining Recognition for EHS&S Efforts
$$ Return on Investment
Stepping-Stone Approach to Implementation
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Building a Strong EHS&S Management System with ChemStewards:
Management System Assistance• ChemStewards Management System (CSMS) Implementation Manual
• Technical Advice from ChemStewards Staff
• ChemStewards Network – an EHS&S Peer Resource
Email Zeb Youngs ([email protected]) for network additions
• Access to Compliance Tools and Best Practices
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Gaining Recognition with ChemStewards:
Customer Confidence
Community Trust
Regulator Acknowledgements
Peer Recognition
Work with SOCMA to tell your stakeholders that you are involved in ChemStewards!
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Save Time and $$$ with ChemStewards:
Risk and Liability ReductionMember-Select Insurance Program through AIG
Better Understanding of Existing PracticesCompliance AssistanceSite-Security Requirements Partially Fulfilled by
ChemStewards
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Ease of Implementation:24 Months of Guided Preparation
• Self Assessments
• Planning
• Performance Metrics
• Library of Best Practices, Policies and Procedures
• Choosing the Right Path Towards Certification
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• Logo can be used by All Active Members• Logo and Boilerplate available for downloading on website
www.chemstewards.com
How to Get Started:
• Check out www.chemstewards.com • Mark important dates on your calendar• Contact the ChemStewards team at anytime!
(202) 721-4100 or [email protected]
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ChemStewards Staffwww.chemstewards.com
Jennifer Abril• Director, (202) 721-4163• [email protected]
Morgan Seuberling • Technical Manager, (202) 721-4197• [email protected]
Zeb Youngs• Outreach Manager, (202) 721-4152• [email protected]
James Hinebaugh• Assistant Manager, (202) 721-4134• [email protected]
