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FMC Corporation Announces Election of Michael F. Barry to Board of Directors

  • FMC Corporation announced the election of Michael F. Barry to its Board of Directors effective February 27, 2026.
  • Barry will serve on the Audit and Compensation and Human Capital committees.
  • He brings over three decades of global leadership experience in the specialty chemicals industry.
  • Barry currently serves as chairman of Quaker Houghton's Board.
  • He previously served as chief executive officer and president of Quaker Houghton until his retirement in November 2021.
  • Barry joined Quaker in 1998, held senior roles including chief financial officer, became CEO in 2008, and chairman in 2009.
  • Under his leadership, Quaker Houghton grew revenue from $451 million in 2009 to $1.8 billion in 2021.
  • He led 27 strategic acquisitions during his tenure, including the 2019 combination of Quaker Chemical and Houghton International.
  • FMC Chairman Pierre Brondeau cited Barry's experience navigating complex industry cycles as invaluable for the company's 2026 strategic priorities.
  • Barry previously served on the boards of Rogers Corporation and Arcadium Lithium plc, holding leadership roles on Audit and Compensation committees.