Nordson Corp. has named Ken Kreeger global director of business development, finishing systems, for the company’s Industrial Coating and Automotive Systems segment.

Nordson Corp. has named Ken Kreeger global director of business development, finishing systems, for the company’s Industrial Coating and Automotive Systems segment. He will report to Steve Smith, vice president of sales for the segment’s Powder Coating, Liquid Coating and Automotive businesses.

In this new position, Kreeger will lead the segment’s international business expansion efforts. A 39-year Nordson veteran, Kreeger has been a driving force in the success of Nordson’s powder coating business in North America. Previously, he has held a variety of positions in the company’s finishing division, including national sales manager and director of national sales. He has served as president of The Powder Coating Institute (PCI), and is currently on the board of directors for PCI and the Porcelain Enamel Institute (PEI).

Among his new duties, Ken will lead global sales training, help develop strategic business partners around the world, and continue his PCI, PEI and Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) representation and stewardship for Nordson Corp.

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