New York, November 13, 2025 – The Chemists' Club is pleased to announce the very first Kavaler Lifetime Achievement Award, which we are very proud to present to Telly Zachariades, Managing Director and Vice Chairman of Chemicals Investment Banking at Piper Sandler. His lifetime services to the chemical industry have facilitated its efficient functioning, effectiveness and profitability.

The award will be presented to Mr. Zachariades on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at a black tie dinner ceremony at the historic Metropolitan Club of New York, in New York City. Since 2013, The Chemists' Club has presented the Kavaler Award annually to honor industry leaders for their achievements. For 2026, we have suspended that schedule to honor Mr. Zachariades with this special lifetime achievement recognition as he moves to an advisory consulting role prior to retirement. This award recognizes major contributions to the industry over an entire career. We will resume the regular Kavaler Award in 2027.

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