Chemistry & Community: A Membership Meet-Up
Date: Saturday, September 21
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Valencia College Lake Nona Campus room 148
12350 Narcoossee Rd., Orlando, FL 32832

Join us for an engaging and informative morning with Bill Easter, a subject matter expert in the area of Semiconductor Chemical Mechanical Polishing and Material Development and local serial entrepreneur who founded Semplastics, X-MAT, X-BATT and DioQuest. The title of the presentation is: The Accidental Entrepreneur – A Perspective on Material Systems, Chemistry, and Innovation

How does one become an entrepreneur using chemical/materials expertise? Innovation is the intersection between invention and societal needs using a multi-disciplinary approach. As society advances, how can chemists and material scientists participate in innovation?  This talk will highlight both the challenges and opportunities of being an entrepreneur by highlighting the life journey of a particular scientist/engineer.

After Bill’s presentation, stay for the ACS Orlando Section’s Executive Committee meeting. This is a great opportunity to learn about our section’s activities this fall and get involved with planning for the upcoming SERMACS 2025 conference.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow members, gain valuable knowledge, and contribute to our local chemistry community! Students and prospective members are welcome! Light lunch will be served. 

To ensure adequate lunch, please RSVP: https://valenciacc.ut1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3jvPt7se2UpMG0K