THE WOODLANDS, Texas -- Americas Styrenics LLC (AmSty), the joint venture between Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP (Chevron Phillips Chemical) and Styron, on Jan. 25 announced the appointment of Bradley Crocker as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 30, 2012.

Crocker served most recently as Chief Operating Officer of Lawter, Inc., following numerous assignments in the chemical industry at companies including Nalco Chemical Company, International Paper, and Momentive Specialty Chemicals.

“This is an exciting time for AmSty, as it transitions from a successful turnaround in its first three years, toward a focus on growth and profitability. On behalf of the AmSty Board of Directors, we are excited to have Brad join the AmSty team,” said Paul Moyer, Vice President and General Manager of Plastics for Styron.

“Brad’s appointment concludes a lengthy and careful selection process to find the right leader to bring AmSty to the next phase of its development as an industry-leading integrated producer of polystyrene and styrene monomer,” said David Smith, Vice President of Olefins & NGL for Chevron Phillips Chemical, and Chairman of the AmSty Board of Directors.

Crocker commented, “I’m excited to join such a dedicated and talented group of employees, with strong parent companies behind them, and a rich legacy of industry-leading performance.”