New Horizons: The Story of Ashland Inc. (Hardcover) by Jeffrey L Rodengen

Hard cover. Language: English. Sewn binding. Paper over boards. In this comprehensive history, best-selling author Jeffrey L. Rodengen unfolds the untold story of Ashland Inc., a company shaped by the strong personalities of its leaders and the hard work of its people. Ashland Inc.'s legacy began in 1924 when Paul Blazer became manager of an oil refinery known as the Ashland Refining Company. Gradually, the company reduced its vulnerability to the price of crude oil by expanding into chemicals, road construction, convenience stores, automotive products and coal. Carefully researched and lavishly illustrated, New Horizons: The Story of Ashland Inc. reveals a prototype organization for success in the highly competitive world of business.