OREANDA-NEWS. September 28, 2016.
Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE), an international manufacturer of
polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial
and consumer markets, today announced a series of management and
organizational changes designed to simplify the Company’s reporting
structure and aim focus at executing on strategic initiatives.
Kevin Gehrt joined the Company as Vice President, Human Resources. Mr.
Gehrt joins Myers from Cardinal Health, Inc., where he was Vice
President, Global Human Resources at Cordis, a medical device business.
Mr. Gehrt brings with him an extensive background in talent development
and management, sales productivity and continuous improvement, corporate
governance, organization design, compensation, and employee benefits
including health care and wellness.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Dave Banyard said, “I am excited
to welcome Kevin to Myers Industries. Kevin’s extensive experience will
be a valuable contribution to the Company as we execute our strategic
initiatives and implement new sales and manufacturing processes. His
track record of attracting and retaining talented professionals while
establishing high-quality training, development, and employee
recognition programs will be considerable assets to the future of Myers
and our businesses."
A graduate of the University of Illinois and Rutgers University,
Graduate School of Management and Labor Relations, Mr. Gehrt has held
various domestic and international leadership roles during his 23-year
tenure in the human resources field including Vice President, Global
Human Resources, NCR Corporation; Strategic Human Resource Leader,
Hewlett-Packard Company; and most recently Vice President, Global Human
Resources at Cordis, a Cardinal Health company. Mr. Gehrt has a proven
track record of improving business profitability and employee engagement
and leading successful business change management.
Organizational Changes
The Company also announced that effective September 6, 2016, it
consolidated its existing two business segments, Material Handling and
Distribution, under single Group Presidents and leadership teams. These
actions intend to simplify operations and put a greater focus on
execution of strategic initiatives.
Mike Valentino has been appointed Group President, Material Handling,
and will continue to report to President and CEO,
Dave Banyard. In this
role, Myers’ businesses Buckhorn, Inc., Akro-Mils, Jamco Products,
Scepter, Myers do Brasil, Ameri-Kart, and the procurement department
will report to Mr. Valentino. Mr. Valentino joined Myers Industries in
January 2015. Prior to joining Myers, Mr. Valentino was sector President
for Marmon Foodservice Technologies and President of
Prince Castle and
Silver King. Mr. Valentino has a proven track record of building top
performing teams, improving commercial execution and optimizing
manufacturing operations.
Alex Williamson has been appointed Group President, Distribution, and
will continue to report to President and CEO,
Dave Banyard. In this
role, Myers’ businesses Myers Tire Supply, Myers Tire Supply
International and Patch Rubber Products will continue to report to Mr.
Williamson. Mr. Williamson joined Myers Industries in January 2014.
Prior to joining Myers, Mr. Williamson was Co-President of Seaman
Corporation and held senior leadership positions at Noveon Inc. (now
Lubrizol). Mr. Williams has over 24 years of experience in sales
leadership, pricing strategy and process improvement.
Mr. Banyard commented, “Over the past 90 days, I have reviewed the
long-term strategic plans for each of the businesses across the Myers
portfolio, and these organizational changes support our goal of
simplifying and driving execution. Under this new structure, Mike and
Alex will be able to use their strong experience and leadership skills
to address common challenges across the product lines and operations
within their segments in order to improve overall productivity and
efficiency.”
About Myers Industries
Myers Industries, Inc. is an international manufacturer of polymer
products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and
consumer markets. The Company is also the largest distributor of tools,
equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel and under vehicle service
industry in the U.S. Visit www.myersindustries.com
to learn more.
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