PITTSBURGH - PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) has announced the appointment of Lyndee Brassieur as vice president of environment, health, and safety (EHS), effective April 1, 2024. Brassieur, who is currently serving as the global director for industrial segment operations in the specialty coatings and materials division, will succeed Mark Cancilla following his retirement on March 1, 2024.
In her forthcoming role, Brassieur will oversee the company's EHS and Product Stewardship organizations. Her responsibilities will include leading global initiatives to enhance employee safety, incident prevention, regulatory compliance, and environmental performance. She will also be tasked with promoting a global culture of health and safety within PPG.
Brassieur's career with PPG began in 1999 at the company's Lake Charles facility in Westlake, LA. With over two decades of industrial experience, she has held various positions with increasing responsibility, focusing on manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement, and EHS management. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering with a concentration in Environmental Science and a Six Sigma Lean Black Belt certification.
Ram Vadlamannati, senior vice president of operations at PPG, expressed confidence in Brassieur's leadership abilities. He emphasized the company's core value of prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of employees, customers, and communities, and indicated that Brassieur's guidance would further PPG's commitment to these areas.
PPG, a global supplier of paints, coatings, and specialty materials, reported net sales of $18.2 billion in 2023. The company operates in over 70 countries and serves various markets, including construction, consumer products, industrial, and transportation.
This report is based on a press release statement from PPG.
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