Robert Coler changed role as Principal Accounting Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“Upon the effectiveness of Mr. Dassing’s resignation, Mr. Coler, age 53, will serve as the Company’s Principal Accounting Officer, in addition to his current position as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.”
Steven Dassing resigned as Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On June 30, 2026, Steven Dassing resigned from his position as Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer of Quaker Chemical Corporation (“Quaker Houghton” or the “Company”) effective July 22, 2026.”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for Fiscal Year 2026.
“Proposal No. 3 – Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for Fiscal Year 2026 The shareholders voted to ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year 2026. The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain 16,281,591 394,927 8,104”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Vote on Compensation of the Company’s Named Executive Officers.
“Proposal No. 2 – Advisory Vote on Compensation of the Company’s Named Executive Officers The Company’s shareholders approved, on a non-binding basis, the Company’s compensation of its named executive officers as described in the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section and the accompanying compensation tables and narrative disclosures contained in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting. The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 15,611,451 705,057 8,353 359,761”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Election of Directors.
“Proposal No.1 – Election of Directors. The shareholders elected three directors to serve a three-year term until the 2029 annual meeting of shareholders and until their respective successors are duly elected and qualified. The results of the vote were as follows: Directors For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes Nandita Bakhshi 16,161,268 154,875 8,718 359,761 Joseph A. Berquist 16,174,577 145,059 5,225 359,761 Charlotte C. Henry 15,520,372 798,377 6,112 359,761”
Mark A. Douglas was appointed as Chairman of the Board at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“the Board appointed Mr. Mark A. Douglas, an independent director who has served on the Board since 2013, to succeed Mr. Barry as Chairman.”
Michael F. Barry retired as Chairman of the Board at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“Mr. Michael F. Barry, a member of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “Company”) notified the Company of his retirement from the Board, effective at the conclusion of the Board meeting on May 13, 2026.”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported first quarter ended March 31, 2026 results: revenue $480.5 million, net income $19.7 million, EPS $1.13.
“• Q1’26 net sales of $480.5 million , an increase of 8% Y/Y, net income of $19.7 million and earnings per diluted share of $1.13”
Debt Financings
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP incurred revolving credit of $800,000,000 with Bank of America, N.A. at Term SOFR plus Applicable Rate ranging from 1.000% to 1.750% for Term SOFR Loans maturing April 10, 2031.
“(the " New U.S. Term Facility ") and (C) a new senior secured revolving credit facility for the Company and certain designated subsidiaries in an aggregate principal amount of $800,000,000 (the “ New Revolving Credit Facility ”), (ii) use the proceeds of the New Term Facilities and borrowings under the New Revolving Credit Facility to repay in full all outstanding”
Debt Financings
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP incurred credit facility of $550,000,000 with Bank of America, N.A. at Term SOFR plus Applicable Rate ranging from 1.000% to 1.750% for Term SOFR Loans maturing April 10, 2031.
“to $250,000,000 (the “ New Euro Term Facility ”), (B) a new senior secured U.S. dollar-denominated term loan facility for the Company in an aggregate principal amount of $550,000,000 (the " New U.S. Term Facility ") and (C) a new senior secured revolving credit facility for the Company and certain designated subsidiaries in an aggregate principal amount of”
Debt Financings
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP incurred credit facility of $250,000,000 equivalent in Euros with Bank of America, N.A. at Alternative Currency Term Rate plus Applicable Rate ranging from 1.000% to 1.750 maturing April 10, 2031.
“(A) a new senior secured euro-denominated term loan facility for Quaker Houghton B.V. in an aggregate principal amount equal to the amount in Euros that is equivalent to $250,000,000 (the “ New Euro Term Facility ”), (B) a new senior secured U.S. dollar-denominated term loan facility for the Company in an aggregate principal amount of $550,000,000 (the " New”
Material Agreements
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP amended Amendment No. 4 with Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, Bank of America Europe Designated Active Company, as Euro Swing Line Lender, certain guarantors and other lenders valued at $250,000,000 (effective 2026-04-10).
“On April 10, 2026, Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “ Company ”), and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Quaker Houghton B.V., as borrowers, Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, U.S. dollar swing line lender and letter of credit issuer (the “ Administrative Agent ”), Bank of America Europe Designated Active Company, as Euro Swing Line Lender, certain guarantors and other lenders (the “ Lenders ”) entered into Amendment No. 4 (the “ Amended Credit Agreement ”) to its existing credit agreement”
Ramaswami Seshasayee retired as Director at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On May 14, 2025, Mr. Ramaswami Seshasayee, a member of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Quaker Chemical Corporation (“the Company”) notified the Company of his retirement from the Board, effective on such date.”
Andrew E. Tometich departed as Chief Executive Officer and President at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“Additionally, effective as of November 18, 2024, Andrew E. Tometich no longer serves as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and President or as a member of the Board.”
Joseph A. Berquist was appointed as Chief Executive Officer and President at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On November 14, 2024, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “Company”), appointed Joseph A. Berquist, age 53, the Company’s Chief Commercial Officer, to serve as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective November 18, 2024.”
Lucrèce Foufopoulos-De Ridder was elected as Director at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“elected Nandita Bakhshi and Lucrèce Foufopoulos-De Ridder, as additional members.”
Nandita Bakhshi was elected as Director at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“elected Nandita Bakhshi and Lucrèce Foufopoulos-De Ridder, as additional members.”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Ratification of Appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for Fiscal Year 2024.
“Proposal No. 4 – Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for Fiscal Year 2024 The shareholders voted to ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year 2024. The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain 16,772,663 248,384 19,281 2”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Approval of the Quaker Houghton 2024 Long-Term Performance Incentive Plan.
“Proposal No. 3 – Approval of the Quaker Houghton 2024 Long-Term Performance Incentive Plan The Company’s shareholders approved the Restated Plan. The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 12,844,880 3,301,645 446,345 447,458”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Vote on Compensation of the Company's Named Executive Officers.
“Proposal No. 2 – Advisory Vote on Compensation of the Company’s Named Executive Officers The Company’s shareholders approved, on a non-binding basis, the Company’s compensation of its named executive officers as described in the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section and the accompanying compensation tables and narrative disclosures contained in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2024 Annual Meeting (the “2024 Proxy Statement”). The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 16,103,454 446,002 43,414 447,458”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Election of three directors to serve a three-year term until the 2027 annual meeting.
“Proposal No.1 – Election of Directors. The shareholders elected three directors to serve a three-year term until the 2027 annual meeting of shareholders and until their respective successors are duly elected and qualified. The results of the vote were as follows: Directors For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes Michael F. Barry 15,465,074 1,105,533 22,263 447,458 Jeffry D. Frisby 15,125,665 1,438,118 29,087 447,458 Russell R. Shaller 15,948,517 598,302 46,051 447,458”
Tom Coler was appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On May 6, 2024, the Board of Directors of the Company appointed Tom Coler, age 50, to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 10, 2024.”
Shane Hostetter was terminated as Chief Financial Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On May 9, 2024, Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “Company”) announced the termination of the employment of Shane Hostetter, as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, effective as of June 7, 2024.”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported the first quarter ended March 31, 2024 results: revenue $469.8 million, net income $35.2 million, EPS $1.95.
“Vice President, Investor Relations investor@quakerhoughton.com T. 1.610.832.4087 For Release: Immediate QUAKER HOUGHTON ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER 2024 RESULTS • Q1’24 net sales of $469.8 million , net income of $35.2 million and earnings per diluted share of $1.95 • Q1’24 non-GAAP net income of $37.7 million and non-GAAP earnings per diluted share of $2.09 • Delivered”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023 results: revenue Q4'23 net sales of $467.1 million, net income net income of $20.2 million, EPS earnings per diluted share of $1.12.
“Vice President, Investor Relations investor@quakerhoughton.com T. 1.610.832.4087 For Release: Immediate QUAKER HOUGHTON ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2023 RESULTS • Q4’23 net sales of $467.1 million, net income of $20.2 million and earnings per diluted share of $1.12 • Q4’23 non-GAAP net income of $31.9 million and non-GAAP earnings per diluted”
Shane Hostetter changed role as Chief Accounting Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“a role he will assume from Shane Hostetter who has served as Chief Accounting Officer since October 2, 2023, in addition to his continuing role as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.”
Jeffrey Kutz was appointed as Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On November 30, 2023, Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “Company” or “Quaker Houghton”) appointed Jeffrey Kutz, age 63, to Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer, effective November 30, 2023,”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported third quarter ended September 30, 2023 results: revenue $490.6 million, net income $33.7 million, EPS $1.87.
“Q3’23 net sales of $490.6 million , net income of $33.7 million and earnings per diluted share of $1.87”
Shane W. Hostetter was appointed as Chief Accounting Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“Upon the effectiveness of Mr. Will’s resignation, Shane W. Hostetter, age 42, will serve as the Company’s Chief Accounting Officer, in addition to his current position as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.”
David A. Will resigned as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On September 5, 2023, David A. Will resigned from his positions as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of Quaker Chemical Company (“Quaker Houghton” or the “Company”) effective October 2, 2023.”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported second quarter ended June 30, 2023 results: revenue $495.4 million, net income $29.3 million, EPS $1.63 per diluted share.
“Vice President, Investor Relations investor@quakerhoughton.com T. 1.610.832.4087 For Release: Immediate QUAKER HOUGHTON ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER 2023 RESULTS • Net sales of $495.4 million in Q2’23, an increase of 1% compared to Q2’22 driven by value-based pricing initiatives • Q2’23 net income of $29.3 million and earnings per diluted share of $1.63 • Q2’23”
Russell R. Shaller was elected as Class II Director at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On July 26, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from ten to eleven and elected Russell R. Shaller as a member.”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for Fiscal Year 2023 at the 2023-05-10 meeting.
“The shareholders voted to ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year 2023. The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain 17,076,547 163,716 10,719”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Approval of the 2023 Director Stock Ownership Plan at the 2023-05-10 meeting.
“The shareholders voted to approve the 2023 Director Stock Ownership Plan (the “Plan”) as described in and as included as an appendix to the 2023 Proxy Statement. The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 16,791,991 61,117 17,204 380,670”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Vote on the Frequency of the Advisory Vote on Compensation of the Company’s Named Executive Officers at the 2023-05-10 meeting.
“The Company’s shareholders indicated their preference, on a non-binding basis, that the advisory vote on executive compensation be held every year. The Board of Directors of the Company (the “Board”) had recommended that the advisory vote on executive compensation be held every three years. The results of the vote were as follows: 1 Year 2 Years 3 Years Abstain Broker Non-Votes 11,861,009 60,357 4,508,887 440,059 380,670”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Advisory Vote on Compensation of the Company’s Named Executive Officers at the 2023-05-10 meeting.
“The Company’s shareholders approved, on a non-binding basis, the Company’s compensation of its named executive officers as described in the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section and the accompanying compensation tables and narrative disclosures contained in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2023 Annual Meeting (the “2023 Proxy Statement”). The results of the vote were as follows: For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes 16,304,939 552,557 12,816 380,670”
Shareholder Votes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP shareholders approved Election of Directors at the 2023-05-10 meeting.
“The shareholders elected three directors to serve a three-year term until the 2026 annual meeting of shareholders and until their respective successors are duly elected and qualified. The results of the vote were as follows: Directors For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes Charlotte C. Decker 12,904,987 3,939,238 26,087 380,670 Ramaswami Seshasayee 14,977,257 1,866,138 26,917 380,670 Andrew E. Tometich 15,159,570 1,690,557 20,185 380,670”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported the first quarter ended March 31, 2023 results: revenue $500.1 million, net income $29.5 million, EPS $1.64.
“President, Investor Relations investor@quakerhoughton.com T. 1.610.832.4087 For Release: Immediate QUAKER HOUGHTON ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER 2023 RESULTS • Record net sales of $500.1 million in Q1’23, an increase of 5% compared to Q1’22 driven by value-based pricing initiatives • Q1’23 net income of $29.5 million and earnings per diluted share of $1.64 • Q1’23”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported twelve months ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $1.9 billion, net income (15,931), EPS (0.89).
“FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2022 RESULTS • Q4’22 net sales of $484.8 million increased 8% compared to Q4’21 driven by higher selling prices • Record full year 2022 net sales of $1.9 billion primarily driven by value-based pricing initiatives • Q4’22 net loss of $76.0 million and net loss per diluted share of $4.24 which includes a $93.0 million impairment charge •”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported three months ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $484.8 million, net income $76.0 million, EPS $4.24.
“Q4’22 net sales of $484.8 million increased 8% compared to Q4’21 driven by higher selling prices • Record full year 2022 net sales of $1.9 billion primarily driven by value-based pricing initiatives • Q4’22 net loss of $76.0 million and net loss per diluted share of $4.24 which includes a $93.0 million impairment charge”
Governance Changes
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP: Adopted amended and restated by-laws with updated procedures for director nominations, proxy card color requirements, and meeting procedures (effective 2022-12-19).
“On December 19, 2022, the Board of Directors of Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “Company”) approved and adopted amended and restated by-laws (the “Amended and Restated By-laws”), effective the same day.”
Earnings Releases
QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP reported third quarter ended September 30, 2022 results: revenue $492.2 million, net income $25.9 million, EPS $1.44 per diluted share.
“Senior Director, Investor Relations investor@quakerhoughton.com T. 1.610.832.4087 For Release: Immediate QUAKER HOUGHTON ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2022 RESULTS · Net sales of $492.2 million increased 10% compared to Q3’21 driven by higher selling prices · Reported net income of $25.9 million and earnings per diluted share of $1.44 · Non-GAAP net income of $31.2”
Jeewat Bijlani changed role as Chief Strategy Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“Also, effective January 1, 2023, Mr. Jeewat Bijlani will serve as the Chief Strategy Officer.”
Joseph Berquist changed role as Chief Commercial Officer at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“Effective January 1, 2023, Mr. Joseph Berquist will serve as the Chief Commercial Officer.”
Michael F. Barry retired as Chairman of the Board at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“Michael F. Barry, the current Chairman, CEO and President of the Company has, with the agreement of the Board, decided to advance the date of his retirement from his role as CEO and President from December 31, 2021 to November 30, 2021”
Andrew Tometich was appointed as Chief Executive Officer and President at QUAKER CHEMICAL CORP.
“On September 2, 2021, the Board of Directors (the “ Board ”) of Quaker Chemical Corporation (the “ Company ”) appointed Andrew Tometich, age 54, to serve as Chief Executive Officer (“ CEO ”) and President of the Company, effective December 1, 2021”
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