The company is one of the largest global manufacturers of surfactants and polyester polyols, including industrial laundry products.

The award, which recognises extensive or exceptional service to SDA, was presented at SDA’s 2010 annual meeting and industry convention at The Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida.

F Quinn Stepan has worked for the company founded by his father, Alfred C. Stepan, Jr., since 1961, serving in various executive leadership roles as director, president and CEO.

Stepan Company, based in Northfield, Illinois, has grown to a $1.5 billion enterprise, with 1,500 employees and 14 manufacturing facilities around the world.