M. Celeste Frugé is the Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary at NPK International Inc., a leading provider of specialized industrial components and global supply chain solutions. In this multifaceted role, she directs the company’s legal strategy, ensures robust compliance with international regulations, and manages corporate governance matters, including board operations and securities filings. Frugé’s leadership has been pivotal in safeguarding NPK’s operations amid evolving geopolitical risks and trade complexities, fostering a culture of ethical decision-making across the organization. With more than 25 years of experience in corporate law, Frugé began her career as an associate at a top-tier New Orleans-based firm, where she honed her skills in international trade law, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. She advanced to senior counsel positions at Fortune 500 companies in the manufacturing and energy sectors, spearheading high-stakes initiatives such as Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) audits and global data privacy implementations under GDPR. Notable achievements include successfully defending her prior employer in a multimillion-dollar antitrust litigation, securing a favorable settlement, and designing an award-winning compliance framework that earned the company recognition from the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics. At NPK International Inc., Frugé continues to drive innovation in risk management, supporting key expansions into emerging markets while maintaining impeccable standards. A graduate of Tulane University Law School, she holds bar admissions in Louisiana and Texas, serves on the board of a local legal aid nonprofit, and is a frequent speaker on compliance topics at industry conferences.