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Chelating agents are compounds which can fold to form multiple bonds with a single metal ion; the more of these bonds that are formed within a single chelate, the stronger the resultant complex will be. In nature, chelate complexes are essential to life functions. Heme chelating agents bond with iron ions to form hemoglobin chelates, which in turn carry oxygen through the bloodstream. In plants, chlorophyll contains magnesium chelates that absorb light energy for photosynthesis. Even mussels use chelation to strengthen the threads that allow them to cling to surfaces.
Various industries have also adapted uses for these versatile compounds. Gadolinium chelate complexes are used as MRI contrasts, and gold complexes are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Chelation treatment is used in heavy-metal detoxification to nullify the effects of poisonous metals so that the body can excrete them without further damage. Chelates are especially vital in fertilizers – differing ionic charges can prevent plants from absorbing vital minerals from the soil, but chelates encapsulate these ions, changing their charges and allowing them to be absorbed. The strength of these bonds also help the minerals to be more effectively distributed throughout the plant, preventing tip burn and other localized issues.
With 35+ years as a global search leader, Ropella has proven (many times over) to be well-versed at delivering the most advanced search execution capabilities, solving the most challenging needle-in-a-haystack searches, and managing talent selection and development as a primary asset for ROI.
As a bestselling author of The Right Hire and a highly-experienced practitioner, Patrick Ropella developed the SMART Search System®, regarded as one of the most well-respected, talent-centric executive search solutions available.
Patrick, Thank you for all that you and Ropella do for Dow. The processes and systems you have applied (from The Right Hire) while working with Dow have proved very valuable over many years of service.
Chairman and CEO
The Dow Chemical Company
Patrick, It was nice seeing you at this year's Soap & Detergent Association annual meeting. I look forward to sharing the Right Hire with my leadership team. Thanks again to a valued partner and Leader.
CEO
Procter & Gamble
Hi Pat, Thanks for your email to introduce the Nautic PE Operating Advisors search opportunity. I am very impressed by the form and content of the Opportunity Marketing Piece created by Ropella - best example I have ever seen. Hope you and yours are well. Best regards.
Operating Partner
Arsenal Capitol Partners
Ropella is probably one of the best vendor partners that I have ever worked with - just in terms of the quality of search that was done. It was fun, thorough and overall a great experience.
Talent Scout - Materials Development Innovation
Nike
Our new Vice President of Sales and Marketing has just finished his first week...It appears that we could have not have made a better choice. Your assistance in guiding us through the thought processes that led into our final selection was invaluable. Congratulations on a job well done!
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