Associate
• WD40 Manufacturer
• Setral Chemie
• Plusco
• Molec Lubricants
• Frontier Performance Lubricants
• ENEOS USA
• Industrias Rodanol, S.A.
NLGI Year End Recap 2025
2025 NEW MEMBER COMPANIES
Supplier
• ASG Chemie
• Ingevity
• ProFluid, LLC
• PACS, LLC
• Dubois Chemicals
• New Mold Innovations Technical
• Novel Reliable Technologies
• Nordoil Oy
• The Viswa Group
92% member retention rate
Leadership Summit:
16
New Members
5
Member Visits
RESEARCH GRANT
5 member companies visited by the NLGI (including International!)
Ultrasonic Measurement of Grease Film Formation in Rolling Bearings 2025- University of Sheffield
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
• NLGI held its Inaugural Leadership Summit for all committee members to gain more insight about all committees NLGI has to offer.
• Expanded Global Outreach: An education course planned in UAE, and visibility by attending industry events in China, Latin America, and Europe.
NEW 2025 CLGS HOLDERS
• Mojtaba Raiyn, Lubriplate Lubricants Company
• Greg Lytle, CITGO Petroleum Corporation
• Jessica Lopez, Lubrication Engineers, Inc.
• Elyse Sorenson, AMSOIL Inc.
FINANCIAL
NLGI remains financially healthy with a robust investment account and operating budget, overseen by the Finance Committee and Board of Directors.
President Wayne Mackwood LANXESS Corporation
Immediate Past President
Anoop Kumar Chevron Products Company, a division of Chevron U.S.A. Inc.
Josef Barreto-Pohlen Quaker Houghton
Jermaine Cooley Ergon Inc.
Gareth Fish Lubrizol
Maureen Hunter King Industries, Inc.
Martin Keenan Petro-Canada Lubricants / HF Sinclair
2025 NLGI BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Vice President Chad Chichester Molykote by DuPont
Treasurer Tyler Jark AOCUSA
DIRECTORS
Constantin Madius AXEL Americas, LLC
Anuj Mistry FUCHS Lubricants Co.
Dwaine G. Morris Shell Global Solutions (US) Inc.
Jason Papacek Calumet Branded Products, LLC
Melissa Quinn BP / Castrol
The 2025 Annual Meeting was held at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Doug Rice CITGO Petroleum Corp
John Sander Lubrication Engineers, Inc.
Aaron Sanders Daubert Chemical Company
Mark Sellers Textile Rubber & Chemical Company, Inc. dba TRCC
2025 ANNUAL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
Education
• 20 Technical presentations
• Technical Symposium
• Basic Lubricating Grease Course
• Advanced Lubricating Grease Course
• CLGS Exam
• Industry Speaker presentation
• Women In Grease Interest Network Leadership Session
Secretary David Cardy Italmatch Chemicals
Simona Shafto Koehler Instrument Company, Inc.
Joshua Sheffield Rio Tinto
Alyson Wilson Afton Chemical Corporation
Ruiming “Ray” Zhang Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC
Networking Opportunities
• New Member / First-Time Attendee Reception
• Welcome Reception
• Networking Reception
• Golf Tournament
• Fun Run
• Display Tables
• Breakfasts & Lunches
• Afternoon Breaks
• Closing Night Celebration
2025 CERTIFICATION MARKS
NLGI COMMITTEES
See all of the NLGI Committees and sign up to join one online. Join one of our over 30 committees!
Are you passionate about advancing the grease industry? NLGI is always looking for dedicated individuals to join our committees and help shape the future of the industry. Whether you’re an expert or eager to contribute, your involvement is valuable! Contact us today to explore how you can join one of our committees and make an impact.
Shape the Future of the Grease Industry
By joining a committee, you have a direct role in influencing industry standards, best practices, and new initiatives that impact the global lubricating grease market.
Expand Your Professional Network
Engage with industry experts, researchers, and business leaders, fostering valuable connections that can lead to new opportunities, collaborations, and career growth.
Stay Ahead of Industry Trends
Gain early access to the latest advancements, technical developments, and sustainability efforts in lubricating grease, keeping you informed.
Strengthen Your Leadership and Influence
Develop leadership skills by taking an active role in decision-making, project execution, and committee discussions—enhancing your credibility and reputation in the industry.
Contribute to Industry Knowledge and Innovation
Be a part of initiatives that improve product performance, sustainability, and regulatory compliance, helping to shape the industry’s future.
Enhance Your Company’s Visibility
Participating in an NLGI Committee gives your company a voice in key discussions, opportunities for recognition, and increased brand awareness among industry peers.
