PPG Appoints Braun as Vice President, Industrial Coatings, Americas
PPG Appoints Braun as Vice President, Industrial Coatings, Americas
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PPG Industries (NYS: PPG) today announced that Kevin Braun has been appointed vice president of industrial coatings, Americas, effective immediately, replacing Richard Zoulek, who has left the company.
Braun was most recently appointed vice president, global raw materials and Americas purchasing.
"Kevin is a superb leader who combines excellent product and manufacturing experience with a keen awareness of the industry and market trends," said Viktor Sekmakas, PPG executive vice president.
Braun, who joined PPG in 1991, also has served as PPG's general manager, silica products, and general manager, architectural coatings, Australia/New Zealand. Previously, he held roles of increasing commercial responsibility in industrial coatings, fiber glass and architectural coatings in the United States.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Capital University.
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