MEDINA, OH – RPM International Inc. announced that its Rust-Oleum Group will have new leadership. Edward J. Voorhees III, President of Rust-Oleum North America, will take over as CEO of Rust-Oleum Group effective today. He replaces Thomas E. Reed, who will assume the position of Chairman as he approaches his September retirement.
Voorhees has served as President of Rust-Oleum North America for more than 12 years, driving long-term strategy and building business foundations. In this new role, he will look to provide the company strategic and tactical direction on a global scale. Voorhees has been a part of the Rust-Oleum team for more than 35 years, starting as a sales rep on the East Coast.