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The Audit committee provides a direct and open avenue of communications between
Ashland's internal auditors, its independent auditors and the board of directors. The
committee recommends the selection of Ashland's independent auditors; reviews the
scope and findings of external and internal audits; and assesses the adequacy of
Ashland's policies, procedures and internal controls.
Members of the Audit committee for 2008 are:
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Roger W. Hale (chairman)
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Dr. Bernadine P. Healy
- Kathleen A. Ligocki
- Mark C. Rohr
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George A. Schaefer, Jr.
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The Finance committee reviews Ashland's financial policies, needs and structure and
oversees significant financial issues such as capital structure, dividend action, debt
or equity securities offerings and major borrowing. In addition, the committee reviews
financial audits of capital expenditures and oversees the funding policy for employee
benefit plans.
Members of the Finance committee for 2008 are:
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Michael J. Ward (chairman)
- Roger W. Hale
- Vada O. Manager
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George A. Schaefer, Jr.
- John F. Turner
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The Governance & Nominating committee recommends nominees for the board of
directors; the desirable size and composition of the board; and the elements of
director compensation. The committee also oversees the board's annual review of
director performance.
Members of the Governance & Nominating committee for 2008 are:
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Mannie L. Jackson (chairman)
- Dr. Bernadine P. Healy
- Barry W. Perry
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George A. Schaefer, Jr.
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T. M. Solso
- John F. Turner
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The Personnel & Compensation committee approves salaries of corporate officers and
participation in, and awards under, Ashland's incentive plans. The committee also
oversees compensation, hiring and performance evaluation policies and the
administration of various employee compensation, benefit and retirement plans.
Members of the Personnel & Compensation committee for 2008 are:
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T. M. Solso (chairman)
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Mannie L. Jackson
- Kathleen A. Ligocki
- Vada O. Manager
- Barry W. Perry
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Michael J. Ward
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The Environmental, Health, & Safety committee monitors public issues that
have an impact on the company. It also oversees Ashland's environmental, health and
safety compliance practices.
Members of the Environmental Health & Safety committee for 2008 include:
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Kathleen A. Ligocki
(chairman)
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Dr. Bernadine P. Healy
- Barry W. Perry
- Mark C. Rohr
- John F. Turner
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