Plastics Industry Association official statement on the passing of its President and CEO Bill Carteaux, released On Monday, December 10th:
“We have lost an incredible leader, colleague and friend. Our hearts are broken to learn that PLASTICS’ President & CEO Bill Carteaux passed away early this morning, December 10, due to complications from acute myeloid leukemia (AML), the disease he had been fighting with determination and courage.
Bill was more than just an inspiring, larger-than-life leader for our industry, Bill was a dear friend to each of us who were lucky enough to know him.
We will share information about plans for a memorial service as soon as it becomes available. In the meantime, please join us in sending our condolences to Bill’s family. You can also share your remembrances of Bill at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..