Jennifer Durbin

Jennifer Durbin

EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer

Nouryon

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Experience20+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Seasoned global Chief Human Resources Officer (2x) with broad, cross-industry experience spanning manufacturing, construction, and specialty chemicals. Serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Nouryon, a global specialty chemicals company delivering innovative solutions to customers worldwide for manufacturing everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and building products. As a member of the executive leadership team, Jennifer partners closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to shape and execute enterprise-wide strategies that enable business growth, transformation, and long-term value creation while leading a global high-performing HR organization focused on aligning people, culture, and strategy to drive sustainable results.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • NouryonCurrent
    2026–Present· 8 mos
    • Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources OfficerCurrent
      2026–Present
  • 2020–Present· 6 yrs 8 mos
    • Board of DirectorsCurrent
      2020–Present
  • 2022–Dec 2025· 3 yrs 11 mos
    • Board of Trustees
      2022–Dec 2025
  • 2010–2026· 16 yrs
    • Chief Human Resources Officer and Senior Vice President, Communications
      2023–2026
    • Chief Human Resources Officer
      2020–2023
    • Lead Counsel
      2014–2020
    • Senior Counsel - Litigation & Regulatory
      2010–2014
  • 2006–2010· 4 yrs
    • Associate Attorney
      2006–2010

Education

Executive Education - Finance for Senior Executives

Harvard Business School

Juris Doctor

Boston University School of Law

BS

Biomedical Engineering

University of Iowa

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Reports To
Jennifer Durbin
Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Skills & Expertise

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Legal AdviceStrategic Human Resources LeadershipDispute ResolutionEmployment LawCorporate GovernanceIntellectual PropertyEmployer BrandingWorkforce PlanningCorporate LawCompetition LawCompensation & BenefitsContract NegotiationLabor and Employment LawTalent ManagementCorporate LeadershipEmployee RelationsSuccession PlanningHuman Resources (HR)Employee EngagementMediation