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Samuel Schär has assumed his position as CEO of Bühler. Schär joined Bühler 20 years ago to establish the Nanotechnology business unit. He then led the Grinding & Dispersing business area for several years, before joining the Group Executive Board in 2013 and successfully leading the Advanced Materials segment for 10 years. He later took over responsibility for the Global Services & Sales organization. Samuel Schär studied physics at EPFL Lausanne in Switzerland.
Valtris Specialty Chemicals announced today the appointment of Mike McGaugh as CEO. McGaugh has assumed the role held by former CEO, Simon Medley, who will be retiring as part of this transition but will continue to advise the company.
McGaugh was most recently the CEO of Myers Industries Inc. Prior to his tenure at Myers, he served as executive vice president and COO of BMC Stock Holdings and also spent nearly 25 years in various senior leadership roles at The Dow Chemical Company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Texas State University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Sheboygan Paint Company announced that Holly Bellmund has been appointed CEO. Bellmund previously served as president of GLC Minerals, where she led strategy, operations, product development, and market expansion. Her background spans engineering, sales, and commercial strategy, giving her direct experience in linking formulation development with field performance and customer requirements. She has worked extensively with industrial, agriculture, and equipment OEMs — core segments for Sheboygan Paint Company.
Gemini Industries, Inc. has announced that David Jackson has stepped into the role of director, Product Management. Jackson, a long-tenured employee-owner, will oversee the development of new technologies as well as strengthening Gemini’s existing product lineup.
Color Pigments Manufacturers Association has appointed Robert Helminiak as executive director. With more than 15 years of senior leadership experience, Helminiak most recently served as vice president of Legal & Government Relations at the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates.