Dow Corning's board of directors elected Robert D. Hansen, president of Dow Corning Corporation, effective immediately. Stephanie A. Burns remains chairman and CEO.

Hansen has been employed by Dow Corning for 28 years and most recently served as executive vice president and general manager of the company's Core Products Business.

Hansen joined Dow Corning's finance function in 1982 in Midland, Mich. Over the years, his leadership roles have taken him all over the world, including executive oversight as manager of the South American Region and President of the European Area. His diverse commercial experience eventually led to his most recent responsibilities as executive vice president for Dow Corning's Core Products Business.