Plastics leader and activist Dennis L. Hayford received 2 honors at retirement event which marked his achievements during 45 years in industry. During this celebratory luncheon, representatives of Polymers Center of Excellence (PCE) announced renaming of its conference center in honor of Mr. Hayford. Russell C. Broome, managing director of SPE, announced committee of past presidents of SPE has awarded Mr. Hayford the title of Distinguished Member.