LYNGBY, Denmark — Global coatings company Hempel announced that Todd Cottrell will take over as the company’s new Group Vice President for North America. Hempel has a stated ambition to double in size over the next five years. Cottrell will be responsible for leading growth in line with this vision in Hempel’s important North American business.
Lars Petersson, Hempel Group President and CEO, said, “I’m very pleased to welcome Todd to the company. We have an ambitious growth strategy, which involves leading the industry in a number of areas – including customer-driven innovation and sustainability. A strong North American business is a key part of our vision, and Todd will help deliver the growth we need.”