Clemson Request Papers for Annual Tire Industry Conference

Clemson University is now accepting entries for its Tire Industry Conference in April.

Those whose wish to have a paper considered should send the paper title, a short summary/abstract of 250-350 words as well a the speaker’s bio to [email protected]. All entries must be received before Oct. 31.

Chosen speakers will be given a 35-minute presentation slot during the conference. Speakers will have their registration fees waived, but will be responsible for their own travel and accommodations.

The Clemson University Tire Industry Conference is for both the domestic and international tire industry and will address developments in tire design, research, regulations, manufacturing and more. The conference will feature four sessions: New Technology; Tire Industry Outlook; Materials; and Environmental.

The Clemson University Tire Industry Conference being will run April 23-25, 2014, at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island, S.C. Anyone involved with tires or tire materials is invited to attend.
For additional questions about the paper submissions, contact Jim Burns, conference chairman, at 864-423-1656 or email [email protected] or Nan Johnston at 800-258-1017 or email [email protected].

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has named Ryan Waldron as president of the company's Americas business unit, reporting to Chief Executive Officer and President Mark Stewart. He succeeds Steven R. McClellan, who retired on April 1.

"At Goodyear, our customers are at the center of everything we do, and in Ryan Waldron, we have a customer-centric, execution-focused business leader with a deep understanding of both the marketplace and all aspects of our business, as well as a proven track record of delivering results," Stewart said. "I am thrilled to announce him as president of Goodyear's Americas business and have enormous confidence that under his leadership, both the company and our customers will reach even greater levels of success."