This position will be tasked with enhancing existing coatings and sealers, while directing the development of innovative products aligned with industry and market demands.
Robert Massy has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, and will be responsible for leading the company’s global human resources organization.
This role is responsible for creating a dedicated technical support structure for the company's customers. This will include supporting existing products and new products planned for release.
In his new capacity, Pedro Lope will leverage his extensive experience to drive strategic marketing initiatives, capitalize on emerging market trends, and strengthen the company's position in the polymer organization.
This year's annual meeting included the election of the WCC's President and Vice President, as well as the recognition of the ACA's President and CEO for his contributions to the global coatings industry.
The new appointment is effective immediately and, according to the company, a strategic decision to leverage extensive experience and innovative vision to drive sustainable growth and strengthen the company's leadership position in its markets.
Robert M. McLaughlin has decided that he will retire from the company's Board of Directors and will not stand for re-election at the 2024 Annual General Meeting of Members.
The company announced a new Chairman of the Supervisory Board as Dr. Wolfgruber, who has been a member of the Supervisory Board since March 2016 and its chairman since May 2020, stepped down due to reaching the age limit at the end of his term.