Argos named Simon Bates as the new CEO of its United States division, effective Nov. 1. He succeeds Bill Wagner, who is retiring at the end of the month.
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Coolbrook Names New Executives
Coolbrook, a Finnish-Dutch technology and engineering company, appointed Joonas Rauramo as chief executive. He takes over from Harri Johannesdahl who has chosen to take a less hands-on role at the business and will stay on in an advisory capacity. In his new role, Rauramo will be responsible for overseeing the transition from an R&D focused organization to a commercial-led business…
Read MorePlibrico Names Tony Olszewski VP of Sales
The Plibrico Co., a leading supplier of monolithic refractories and installation services, announced Tony Olszewski as its new vice president of sales. He will be responsible for aligning sales strategy and objectives with Plibrico’s customer-centric development and corporate goals.
Read MoreCement Association of Canada President Retires
The Cement Association of Canada (CAC) announced the retirement of long-time President and CEO Michael McSweeney who led the organization for 12 years. Adam Auer, current vice president of environment and sustainability, will succeed McSweeney, effective April 1.
Read MoreGreen Cement Appoints Materials Executive to Lead Expansion
Green Cement Inc., formerly known as VHSC Holdings, has appointed mining and materials veteran Grant Quasha as chief executive officer, tasking him to lead its global expansion drive.
Read MoreLafargeHolcim Names Tabbara as U.S. Cement CEO
LafargeHolcim has appointed Toufic Tabbara as chief executive officer of U.S. Cement operations. He brings more than 20 years’ experience in the construction-materials industry that will help lead the organization through the next phase of growth.
Read MoreFCT Group Names Greco as CEO
Pyro-processing specialist FCT Group has named Adriano Greco as chief executive officer, effective June 1. He succeeds Constantine Manias, who is stepping back from the role after 23 years. Manias will retain his position as executive chairman.
Read MoreHeidelbergCement Announces Major Board Changes
In line with HeidelbergCement’s “Beyond 2020” strategic targets, the company’s supervisory board has established two new positions on the managing board in order to further drive the company’s major transformation in sustainability and digitalization– chief sustainability officer and chief digital officer.
Read MoreWCA Appoints New Directors
The World Cement Association has appointed two new directors: Roland van Wijnen, chief executive of PPC Ltd., and Mahendra Singhi, managing director and CEO of Dalmia Cement. The appointments were agreed in a vote at the association’s General Assembly Meeting earlier this month.
Read MorePCA Names Leadership Award Winners
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) presented the winners of the 2020 John P. Gleason, Jr., Leadership Awards during a virtual board meeting on Dec. 8. The award program honors members who have exhibited leadership in advancing industry programs and initiatives.
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