The American Coatings Association announced new leadership appointments to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Jeffrey J. Powell, President and CEO of Diamond Vogel, Inc., will serve as ACA Chairman; and Chase Bean, President, CEO and Chairman of Tnemec Company, Inc., will serve as ACA Vice Chairman & Treasurer.
At the annual shareholders’ meeting at the Rosengarten Congress Center in Mannheim, Germany, Dr. Markus Kamieth was named the new Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors and will replace outgoing Chairman Dr. Martin Brudermüller.
The current head of WACKER’s Corporate Research Department takes charge of the Group’s U.S. subsidiary, Wacker Chemical Corporation (WCC), at the beginning of May.
This position will be tasked with enhancing existing coatings and sealers, while directing the development of innovative products aligned with industry and market demands.
The new team members will draw on their considerable expertise to support ChemQuest's Business Strategy & Transformation and M&A Advisory Services pillars.
The hiring of Susana Chen signifies coatmaster’s commitment to expanding its market presence in Asia and reinforces its dedication to innovation and customer service amidst a challenging global economy.