Kathryn Hach-Darrow
Kathryn Hach-Darrow | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 20, 1922 Bucklin, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | June 4, 2020 (aged 97)[1] Loveland, Colorado, U.S. |
| Nationality | United States |
| Other names | Kitty Hach |
| Alma mater | Columbia College (Missouri); Iowa State University |
| Spouse(s) | Clifford C. Hach (1943–1990), Donald Darrow (m. 1995) |
| Children | 3 |
| Awards | Pittcon Heritage Award |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Chemistry, entrepreneur, philanthropy |
| Institutions | Hach Company |
Kathryn "Kitty" Hach-Darrow (October 20, 1922 – June 4, 2020) was an American businesswoman. She co-founded the Hach Chemical Company in 1947 with her first husband Clifford C. Hach (pronounced hɑ:k). She was CEO of the Hach company.[2][3]
Hach-Darrow was also the first woman director of the American Water Works Association, an international non-profit working for better water quality. She was known for her philanthropic work.
References
- ↑ Wang, Linda (June 9, 2020). "Kitty Hach-Darrow dies at age 97 Entrepreneur and philanthropist gave millions to ACS to support its educational programs". Chemical & Engineering News. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
- ↑ "Kitty Hach-Darrow". Science History Institute. 29 June 2016. Retrieved 21 March 2018.
- ↑ "Hach co-founder, Loveland philanthropist Kitty Hach-Darrow dies at 97". Loveland Reporter-Herald. June 9, 2020. Retrieved 12 June 2020.