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CEO Podcast: David Wilhoit, Wacker Chemical Corporation

September 24, 2021 Podcasts
Ann Arbor SPARK CEO Podcast featuring Wacker square banner

For nearly 60 years, Wacker Chemical Corporation has operated its silicone production site in southeast Michigan. When it came time for the company to expand its North American presence, Wacker explored locations nationwide and selected Ann Arbor because of the quality and quantity of innovation happening in the region.

Tune in as David Wilhoit, CEO of Wacker’s North American Operations shares this journey with Paul Krutko, Ann Arbor SPARK president and CEO. Learn more about the decision to grow in Ann Arbor, including how Wacker’s parent company in Germany recognized the region’s commitment to education, innovation, growth, and community as an asset for the corporation.

David Wilhoit recently joined the Ann Arbor SPARK Board of Directors.