ACTEGA Announces Two Management Appointments for the Americas
ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry, announced two high-profile management appointments. Effective April 1st, Andrei Sotkeviciene, who was previously Managing Director of ACTEGA do Brasil, will assume the role of President for ACTEGA North America. His successor, Carlos Mateluna already took over the position as Managing Director of ACTEGA do Brasil at the beginning of March. These appointments demonstrate ACTEGA’s strong commitment to providing exemplary leadership across all its regions worldwide, as well as celebrating exceptional talent and expertise fostered within the ALTANA Group.
Andrei Sotkeviciene brings an impressive record of success to his new role of President of ACTEGA North America, succeeding Mark Westwell who is retiring after a long career with the company. Since joining ALTANA Group in 2014, Andrei Sotkeviciene has held key roles in ACTEGA do Brasil, such as Chief Financial Officer and became Managing Director in 2019. Under his leadership, ACTEGA’s business in Brasil has grown into one of the most successful regions within the division. Additionally, Andrei Sotkeviciene played a major role to combine the acquired businesses of Overlake and Premiata into ACTEGA do Brasil.