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A Welcome from the
President July,
2012 Thank you for visiting. As the Association’s 68th President, I am hopeful that you will find answers to all your questions, options for your consideration and an enriching educational experience. Let me take a few minutes to introduce you to the ALCA. We are the seventh oldest chemistry association in the United States, having just held our 108th Annual Meeting in Greensboro, NC, this past June. We publish the fourth oldest chemistry journal, JALCA, Journal of the American Leather Chemists Association. Our Editor, Robert F. White, brings great perspectives and vitality to this important job. We have more than 300 members, domestic and international, representing all facets of the modern, global leather industry: chemical suppliers, hide processors, tanners, leather manufacturers, researchers and consultants. Ours is one of the most diverse and multidisciplinary chemistry associations in existence. We have four technical committees: Committee on Methods and Specifications Education Committee Environmental Affairs Committee Research Liaison Committee There is a six-member Council, three officers (President, Vice President and Vice President-Elect) and six councilors plus an Executive Secretary. All of us are committed to the effective management of the ALCA and the passionate support and promotion of the leather chemistry discipline. In 2013 we are excited to return to Pinehurst, NC for our Annual Meeting from June 20-23. We are expecting a large turnout so please consider making this the year to present your paper. Submissions can be made to the Technical Committee Chair Steve Lange by email at steve.lange@gstautoleather.com. An exciting social program is being planned. There will be something for everyone at this meeting. Finally, let me encourage you to contact us at alca@leatherchemists.org or 806-744-1798. We encourage your participation online and in person at our Annual Meeting. The enthusiasm generated over the past few years has rejuvenated membership and created excitement for the future. I hope to see you all at Pinehurst in June. Sincere regards, Steven Gilberg President, 2012-2013
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