Biography

Mr. Keohane contributes to the Board his deep knowledge of the global chemicals industry and a proven track record of building high performing organizations with global operations. As CEO of Cabot Corporation, he successfully led the company through significant industry-wide challenges, including demand volatility during the pandemic, geopolitical risks and global supply chain realignment, achieving record earnings and a significant appreciation in shareholder value during his tenure.

He also oversaw significant enhancements to the company’s safety and sustainability efforts, including the launch of a sustainable solutions technology platform and the achievement of rigorous sustainability certifications for multiple international sites. Mr. Keohane’s extensive expertise in commercializing technology, risk management, financial strategies and investor relations offers valuable perspectives to the Board in overseeing the Company’s growth strategy and stakeholder management.

Mr. Keohane holds a Bachelor’s degree in finance from Providence College and an MBA from Harvard University.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Chemical Industry: Acquired a deep understanding of the global chemicals industry over two decades of leadership experience in specialty chemicals and performance materials companies. As CEO of Cabot Corporation, he oversees a diverse portfolio of performance chemical products that serve a wide range of applications and end markets, including automotive, construction and consumer products.
• International Operations: Brings significant expertise in complex global operations, supply chains, and end markets from Cabot, where he oversees manufacturing facilities and operations in 20 countries outside the U.S., including a substantial in-country manufacturing and sales presence in China.
• R&D and Technological Innovation: Gained extensive experience driving innovation to meet evolving customer performance requirements and enhance sustainability. At Cabot, Mr. Keohane recently oversaw the opening of a new battery technology center in Europe and the launch of a new additive component to enhance lithium-ion battery performance, both designed to meet growing global demand for electric vehicles. 

Career Highlights:

• Cabot Corporation
  • President and CEO (since 2016)
  • EVP and President, Reinforcement Materials (2014-2016)
  • SVP (2012-2014), President (2008-2014) and General Manager (2003-2008), Performance Chemicals
  • Global Marketing Director, Carbon Black (2002-2003)
• United Technologies
  • Variety of management positions, Pratt & Whitney (1996-2002)

Other Public Company Boards:

• Cabot Corporation, Director (since 2016)

Private Company Directorships and Other Organizations:

• American Chemistry Council (since 2016)
• Board of Trustees of Dexter Southfield School
• Trustee of The Boston Latin School Association