Louisiana Petrochemical Outlook Webcast

An exclusive webcast providing executive insights on markets and trends


Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 11 AM CT | Virtual Webcast Event

About the Webcast

Louisiana plays a critical role in the global petrochemical industry. As markets evolve, innovation accelerates, and competition intensifies, staying ahead requires clarity and perspective. This webcast brings together three influential leaders to explore what lies ahead for petrochemicals in the Gulf South and beyond. Whether you work in industry, policy, or economic development, you’ll walk away with practical insight into the future of energy and manufacturing. This webcast is sponsored by the Alliance Safety Council, Delta Machine & Ironworks, and the Lard Oil Company.

What to Expect

Get front-row access to a high-level discussion focused on:
  • Supply trends
  • Investment shifts and market positioning
  • New technologies reshaping production
  • Workforce, infrastructure, and sustainability priorities
  • The outlook for 2026 and beyond
The conversation will be candid, data-driven, and relevant to leaders across sectors.


Meet the Panel

Our distinguished panel of experts will share their insights and expertise on the latest advancements in the petrochemical industry:
  1. Kate Lightfoot, Integrated Complex Manager, Baton Rouge Complex Chemical Plant, ExxonMobil
  2. Tom Yura, President and CEO, UBE C1 Chemicals America
  3. Martha Gilchrist Moore, Chief Economist & Managing Director, Economics & Statistics, American Chemistry Council


Reserve Your Spot

Register now by clicking the button below to gain valuable knowledge from these industry leaders and engage in a dynamic discussion on shaping a sustainable energy future.

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Featuring Kate Lightfoot of ExxonMobil

Kate Lightfoot is the Integrated Complex Manager at ExxonMobil Baton Rouge. She began her career with ExxonMobil in 2002 and has since held leadership positions in operations, business readiness, and supply chain, including serving as the first woman site manager at the Baytown Chemical Plant in 2018. Most recently, she was the company’s Global Marine Supply Chain Manager at its corporate headquarters in Spring, Texas.

Featuring Tom Yura of UBE C1 Chemicals America

Tom Yura is president and CEO of UBE C1 Chemicals America, bringing 29 years of experience in chemical manufacturing and executive leadership. He previously served as COO of Cornerstone Chemical and as Senior Vice President and General Manager of BASF’s Geismar site, the company’s largest North American facility. Yura serves on the board of the Greater Baton Rouge Industry Alliance and on the energy advisory council for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, among others.

Featuring Martha Gilchrist Moore of the American Chemistry Council

Martha Gilchrist Moore analyzes how policy initiatives and energy trends affect the chemical industry and produces economic and industry forecasts. She also leads the council’s research on the economic contributions of chemistry and its benefits to consumers. With more than 25 years of experience, she is recognized as an authority on chemical market dynamics and end-use industries.