This change reflects the added responsibility she has assumed with the
addition of the company 's Latin American offices to the North American
responsibilities she has had since January 1, 2004 .
"These appointments recognize the strong leadership Bonnie and Kevin have
provided in their respective regions," said Thomas J. For more information about Heidrick + Struggles, please visit
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An explosion in the number of new producers in China is anticipated , provided
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of Global Overview of the thermoplastic polyurethane Market (TPU) to their
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Kelly, 39, currently based in Tokyo, joined Heidrick + Struggles in 1997.

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Today, Heidrick + Struggles leadership experts operate
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Asia Pacific. Although still regarded as a niche product within the PU market,
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Gwin, 45, based in Cleveland, also joined Heidrick + Struggles in 1997. Prior to joining the
company, she spent almost 13 years with IBM Corporation .

Topics covered in the report include:

Global Raw Material Consumption 2004 + 2009 (Tonnes) by Region
Technical Background
Market Review by product and Country/Region
Western Europe
Eastern Europe
Middle East/Africa
North America
South America
Asia-Pacific
Directory of TPU Manufacturers

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(Nasdaq: HSII), the world's premier executive search and
leadership consulting firm , today announced two leadership appointments
consistent with previously announced plans to build on the company's financial
performance in 2004 by enhancing profitability in 2005 and beyond. "Under Kevin's leadership,
Asia Pacific has had the highest growth rate and one of the highest profit
margins of any of our regions, while Bonnie led North America to more than
$200 million in revenues in 2004 . Kelly holds a bachelor's degree from George Mason University
in Fairfax, Virginia, and an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of
Business.

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This report will provide data for both the production and consumption of
TPUs by major country by type:

- Injection
- Extrusion
- Adhesive
- Coating

Consumption will be broken down by end-use as:

- Automotive
- Construction
- Engineering
- Footwear
- Hose/ Tubing
- Medical
- Wire + Cable

Associated raw material demand, by country, will also be provided for MDI,
ADI, PTHF, Polyether, Polyester and Polycaprolactone polyols.

This category contains links to World Regions that have countries with automobile and automotive related sites.

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New Management Appointments Support Achieving Profitability Goals

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Previously , she served as Regional Managing Partner, North America and
Managing Partner of the company's Midwest region, overseeing the Chicago,
Cleveland and Toronto offices, among other roles.

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Gwin, Regional Managing Partner, Americas, will become President, Americas.
Previously, he was a Partner at another global search firm in charge of its
Tokyo operation. Gwin holds a
combined bachelor's and master 's degree from the Georgetown University School
of Foreign Service.

Research and Markets: Demand for Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPUs) in China Represents Third of Global Demand

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For more than 50 years, we have focused on quality service and
built strong leadership teams through our relationships with clients and
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Both Kevin and Bonnie have proven
themselves to be highly successful global leaders, and will play an important
role in the future success of the company. is the world's premier provider
of senior -level executive search and leadership consulting services, including
talent management, board building , executive on-boarding and M+A
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Heidrick + Struggles Elevates Senior Leadership in Europe and the Americas

Effective April 1, 2005, Kevin Kelly, Regional Managing Partner, Asia
Pacific, will become President, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA).

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researchandmarkets. Demand for TPUs in China alone has been
estimated to be 100,000 tonnes in 2003, representing a third of global demand.

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The
appointments give new operating authority to two members of the company's
Global Leadership Team. For the
immediate future, Kelly will also remain in his current role; the company
expects to name a replacement for that role at a later date. Also, Bonnie W.heidrick.
Global production of TPUs in 1998 was estimated at 196,000 tonnes; by 2003
this figure is estimated to have grown to nearly 300,000 tonnes, creating an
AAGR of 8.