Ansell Names Van Wert to Global Marketing Team


RED BANK, NJ (March 5, 2008) - Ansell Healthcare announced today that Tom Van Wert has been appointed as Global Brand Director in the Global Strategy, Marketing and Business Development Organization.

"Tom's wealth of experience is a great addition to the Ansell team," said Scott Corriveau, Chief Strategy and Global Marketing Officer. "That experience coupled with his passion will help Ansell's efforts of continued progress to the benefit of our customers."

Van Wert brings to Ansell 28 years of experience in marketing, brand management, new product development, product line management, sales and business development. His initial responsibilities will include development of new products and brand development of the HyFlex® product line.

Prior to joining Ansell, Van Wert held senior marketing positions for several worldwide divisions of Eastman Kodak Company, Rich Products Corp., Lornamead Brands, Inc. and most recently Synergy Business Management.

For more information about Ansell and its line of protective gloves and apparel, visit the Ansell Web site at www.ansellpro.com or contact Customer Service at 800.800.0444.

About Ansell

Celebrating more than 100 years, Ansell has long been recognized for the innovations and leadership it has provided the hand protection and safety apparel industry. Besides high quality products, the company offers a comprehensive business solutions approach to help manufacturers achieve their cost reduction mandates. Ansell personal protective clothing (PPC) specialists work directly with corporate and plant representatives to develop highly effective programs with quantifiable results.

Headquartered in Red Bank, New Jersey and with operations in Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Australia, Ansell serves a wide range of industries, including chemical manufacturing and refining, automotive, food processing, general industrial, pharmaceutical, paper, white goods, semiconductor and electronics manufacturing and primary metals.

All Topics