RPM Elects New CFO and Realigns Finance Department
MEDINA, OH – The Board of Directors of RPM International Inc. has elected Russell L. Gordon, currently Vice President – Corporate Planning, to be Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective April 10, 2012. Gordon is replacing Robert L. Matejka, RPM’s current Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, who will be retiring at the company’s fiscal year end.
Additionally, RPM announced changes within its Finance Department, all of which will take effect April 10, 2012. Keith R. Smiley, currently Vice President – Treasurer and Assistant Secretary, will assume duties of Vice President – Finance and Controller. Matthew T. Ratajczak, currently Vice President – Global Taxes, will assume additional treasury responsibilities as Vice President – Global Taxes and Treasurer. Barry M. Slifstein, currently Vice President and Controller, will assume duties of Vice President – Investor Relations and Planning.