KAREN S. CARTER
“ She is a disciplined, highly respected leader with a deep understanding of Dow’ s businesses and customer”
PEOPLE MO
The biggest manufacturing executive moves cover chemicals, healthcare, electronics and ERP
WRITTEN BY: JASMIN JESSEN
KAREN S. CARTER
JOB FROM: CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AT DOW
JOB TO: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AT DOW
Karen joined Dow in 1994 and has held roles across the business, including President of Packaging and Specialty Plastics, Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief Inclusion Officer. She will take on the role of CEO in July.“ I am proud to take this next step with Team Dow,” Karen writes on LinkedIn.
“ She is a disciplined, highly respected leader with a deep understanding of Dow’ s businesses and customer”
Richard Davis Lead Director Dow
18 May 2026