2025 CME STEM Leadership Award™

We at Chemical Marketing & Economics (CME) are delighted to invite you to a Luncheon and Gala Reception commemorating CME’s 71st Anniversary. The event will be held in mid-town New York City on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

This prestigious award has recognized transformative leaders including Jim Fitterling, Martin Brudermüller, Ed Breen, Henry Kravis, Daniel D’Aniello, James & Marilyn Simons, Jon M. Huntsman, Sr., Roy Vagelos, and seven Nobel Laureates.

Celebrating today’s trailblazers and empowering tomorrow’s visionaries—this is the enduring mission of CME, a forward-thinking nonprofit committed to advancing diverse talent and leadership in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). CME champions sustainable innovation across energy, materials, and life sciences.

Through groundbreaking collaborations with NASA, the American Chemical Society (ACS), and the U.S. Department of Energy, CME bridges Nobel Laureates, industry pioneers, and the public through transformative experiences. Signature events such as the CME STEM Leadership Awards™, CME NASA Symposia, Earth & Space Sustainability Summits, STEM Festivals, and CME PMSE Student & Mentor Awards ignite bold ideas and foster cross-sector collaboration—for the betterment of humanity.

We invite you to buy a table and bring guests, donate a table to STEM students, or send a STEM contribution. Please send an email to contact@cme-stem.org

By attending any CME event, you are agreeing to abide by the following code of conduct to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all attendees. The following is prohibited:

By attending any CME event, you agree to follow this Code of Conduct to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all participants. The following behaviors are strictly prohibited:

• Harassment of attendees, staff, or organizers
• Unauthorized access to stages or restricted areas
• Persistent disruption of presentations or event activities
• Use of demeaning, derogatory, or discriminatory language
• Deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, or harassing photography/recording
• Inappropriate physical contact
• Unwelcome sexual attention
• Any other actions deemed disruptive by the Executive Committee or security personnel

Organizers will enforce this code throughout the event. Violations may lead to immediate removal without refund or compensation. Violators may also face legal consequences to the full extent of applicable laws. CME reserves the right to revise this Code of Conduct at any time.

Thank you for your cooperation.