WILMINGTON, DE — Specialty chemicals company Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) recently appointed William C. Whitaker as its permanent Chief Financial Officer, which became effective July 18, 2025, following a stint as interim CFO. The promotion comes as the company continues to focus on financial discipline and long-term value creation.
Whitaker has been with Ashland since 2015, steadily advancing through roles in corporate development, treasury, financial planning and analysis, and investor relations. Prior to joining the company, he worked in private equity and transaction advisory services. He holds a finance degree from Ohio State University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Chairman and CEO Guillermo Novo expressed full confidence in Whitaker’s leadership, stating, “I want to congratulate William on this well-deserved appointment. I am confident in his leadership and ability to thrive in this role while helping Ashland achieve new heights.”
Whitaker’s appointment signals continuity for Ashland’s financial strategy as it navigates ongoing operational priorities and evolving market dynamics. With his deep institutional knowledge and experience in capital markets, he is expected to play a key role in driving performance and supporting Ashland’s long-term growth objectives.
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