From humble beginnings as a first generation Mexican American in a Texas border town, Edward H Muñoz succeeded in establishing a remarkable track record in the engineering materials world. 

For thirty three years he worked for Celanese, a company which recognized his skills at building diverse multinational teams to grow the business, survive takeovers, and help the company become a world leader in its market.

In this book he gives recognition to Celanese Heroes and at the same time weaves a captivating story of his personal journey.

An odyssey that starts in South Texas and ends as president of Ticona, the engineering materials division of Celanese.

Along the way Muñoz served as:

• Director General of Celmex, one of Mexico’s largest public companies.

• President of Hoechst AG’s worldwide Pigments business.

• President of Hoechst Celanese Technical Fibers business.

• Project leader for the divestment of the massive Hoechst Celanese Polyester business.

At each step facing new challenges and building teams to meet them.

About the Author:

Edward H Muñoz was awarded Engineer of the year in 2002 by the HENAC STEM group. He continues to serve as senior advisor for the Munoz Group led by  his brother George. Ed has also become an accomplished photographer winning several awards in the area of Nature and Travel Photography.