Karen S. Carter becomes first Black woman CEO of Dow Inc.
Written by Site Hub on April 22, 2026
Karen S. Carter will become the first Black woman to serve as CEO of Dow Inc., taking the reins at the chemical giant on July 1 after more than 30 years at the company. Carter’s appointment was announced alongside other corporate leadership changes at Dow. Her promotion places her at the helm of one of the largest chemical manufacturing companies in the world, with operations spanning dozens of countries. Carter has held multiple senior leadership roles at Dow, including positions overseeing human resources, inclusion strategy, and business operations. The appointment is being recognized as a milestone for Black women in corporate America, where representation at the CEO level of Fortune 500 companies remains extremely low. Carter will lead the company as it navigates ongoing challenges in the global chemicals market.
Source: BET News Published: April 22, 2026
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