Walter L. Nelson net worth and biography

Walter Nelson Biography and Net Worth

SVP, Global Helium and Rare Gases of Air Products and Chemicals

Walter (Wally) L. Nelson is senior vice president, global helium and rare gases, at Air Products. He is responsible for the growth and profitability of the company’s global helium and rare gases businesses. Mr. Nelson also serves as vice president of Air Products Helium Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the company.

Mr. Nelson joined Air Products in 1990 as a regional project manager in the Industrial Gas Division in Atlanta, Georgia. In 1994 he transferred to corporate headquarters in Allentown, where he progressed through a variety of engineering and operations positions. In 1999 Mr. Nelson relocated to London, England, as a business development manager for the air separation business. After three years overseas, he returned to Allentown and joined the helium business in a variety of operations and commercial positions. During this time, Mr. Nelson testified on multiple occasions before the U.S. Congress on behalf of Air Products regarding helium-related issues.

Mr. Nelson holds a bachelor of civil engineering degree from the University of Minnesota and served as an engineering officer in the XVIII Airborne Corps of the United States Army from 1986-1990.

What is Walter L. Nelson's net worth?: The estimated net worth of Walter L. Nelson is at least $195,869.98 as of March 5th, 2025. Mr. Nelson owns 719 shares of Air Products and Chemicals stock worth more than $195,870 as of April 15th. This net worth evaluation does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Nelson may own. Learn More about Walter L. Nelson's net worth.
How do I contact Walter L. Nelson?: The corporate mailing address for Mr. Nelson and other Air Products and Chemicals executives is 7201 HAMILTON BOULEVARD, ALLENTOWN PA, 18195. Air Products and Chemicals can also be reached via phone at (610) 481-4911 and via email at mooresr@airproducts.com. Learn More on Walter L. Nelson's contact information.
Has Walter L. Nelson been buying or selling shares of Air Products and Chemicals?: Walter L. Nelson has not been actively trading shares of Air Products and Chemicals during the past quarter. Most recently, Walter L. Nelson sold 589 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Wednesday, March 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $308.50, for a transaction totalling $181,706.50. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president now directly owns 719 shares of the company's stock, valued at $221,811.50. Learn More on Walter L. Nelson's trading history.
Who are Air Products and Chemicals' active insiders?: Air Products and Chemicals' insider roster includes Victoria Brifo (EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, Corporate Communications and Corporate Relations), Russell Flugel (VP), Seifi Ghasemi (CEO), Seifollah Ghasemi (Chairman, President & CEO), Kurt Lefevere (Insider), Francesco Maione (President, Americas), Sean Major (VP), Wilbur Mok (President, Equipment Businesses), Edward Monser (Director), Walter Nelson (SVP, Global Helium and Rare Gases), Melissa Schaeffer (CFO), and Wayne Smith (Director). Learn More on Air Products and Chemicals' active insiders.
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Air Products and Chemicals?: During the last twelve months, insiders at the basic materials company sold shares 7 times. They sold a total of 15,500 shares worth more than $4,842,603.90. The most recent insider tranaction occured on March, 5th when VP Walter L Nelson sold 589 shares worth more than $181,706.50. Insiders at Air Products and Chemicals own 0.4% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Air Products and Chemicals.
Information on this page was last updated on 3/5/2025.

Walter L. Nelson Insider Trading History at Air Products and Chemicals

Transaction Date	Buy/Sell	Number of Shares	Average Share Price	Total Transaction	Shares Held After Transaction	Details
3/5/2025	Sell	589	$308.50	$181,706.50	719

Walter L. Nelson Buying and Selling Activity at Air Products and Chemicals

Air Products and Chemicals Company Overview

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. provides atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, equipment, and related services in the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, India, and internationally. The company produces atmospheric gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, and argon; process gases, such as hydrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and syngas; and specialty gases for customers in various industries, including refining, chemical, manufacturing, electronics, energy production, medical, food, and metals. It also designs and manufactures equipment for air separation, hydrocarbon recovery and purification, natural gas liquefaction, and liquid helium and liquid hydrogen transport and storage. The company was founded in 1940 and is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

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