Heartland Polymers Appoints Joanne Swiggett as VP, Petrochemical Commercial
Heartland Polymers has announced the appointment of Joanne Swiggett as its new Vice President, Petrochemical Commercial. With over 30 years of industry experience, Swiggett will oversee polypropylene sales, marketing, customer service, logistics, feedstock supply, and integrated business planning. CEO Todd Karran highlighted her valuable expertise and leadership in strengthening the company's market position. Swiggett previously held roles at LyondellBasell and Equistar Chemicals, bringing a wealth of knowledge to her new role.
On January 19, 2026, Calgary-based material supplier Heartland Polymers officially announced the appointment of petrochemical industry veteran Joanne Swiggett as its new Vice President, Petrochemical Commercial. This key strategic hire aims to enhance the company's operational efficiency and market presence within the petrochemical sector. In her new and expansive role, Ms. Swiggett will be tasked with overseeing a broad range of critical functions, including the management of Heartland Polymers’ polypropylene sales and marketing initiatives, ensuring top-tier customer service, optimizing logistics, securing reliable feedstock supply, and implementing integrated business planning strategies across the organization.Heartland Polymers’ CEO, Todd Karran, expressed strong confidence in Swiggett’s capabilities, noting, “The timing of this appointment, combined with Ms. Swiggett’s valuable expertise and proven leadership, will continue to strengthen Heartland Polymers’ commitment to delivering exceptional value and offering customers a distinctive and reliable alternative in the marketplace.” Swiggett brings an impressive career spanning more than three decades in the petrochemical and polymers industry, having most recently served as Vice President, Commercial Strategy Global Feedstocks & Energy at LyondellBasell. Her extensive background also includes significant positions at Equistar Chemicals. Academically, she holds both a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, reinforcing her comprehensive understanding of the industry and business landscape.
