International Paint LLC Hires New Marketing Manager for High Value Infrastructure Markets
HOUSTON - August 29, 2006 -- International Paint LLC, a division of Akzo Nobel, the world's leading provider of high performance coatings, has hired Tim Riley to serve as their new Marketing Manager for the High Value Infrastructure markets throughout North America.
A coatings industry veteran for over 11 years, Riley was recruited by International Paint to help direct the company's long-term efforts for developing the growth of intumescent fireproofing and high performance coatings sales in high value infrastructure markets including commercial and public structures, bridges and stadia.
"We are delighted to have Tim on our management team," says International Paint's Marketing Manager for Protective Coatings North America, Laura Costello. "He not only brings valuable technical and marketing expertise to the table, but a unique insight into the needs of our growing clientele in these market spaces."
Riley was previously employed as a Regional Fireproofing Manager for Carboline Company, managing fireproofing sales and marketing activity in an 11-state region for five years. Prior to that Riley worked as a Technical Fireproofing Product Manager for AD Firefilm for six years. He holds an MBA from Empire State College as well as a BA from the University of Rochester. He is also a retired United States Naval Officer serving in active and reserve duty from the period of 1982-2002.
International Paint has enjoyed a strong reputation for its high-performance coatings in the international and Gulf Coast markets for more than 25 years, but is now actively expanding brand awareness and distribution throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
To learn more about International Paint LLC or any of its full-range of protective coating products, call 1-800-525-6824. Or visit the Web site at www.internationalpaint.com.
About International Paint LLC
International Paint LLC is a leading global provider of high performance coatings products for over 25 years. International Paint LLC offers an extensive range of high performance coatings for the oil, gas, chemical processing, power, paper and pulp, rail, steel structure, mining and marine industries. With operations in over 50 countries, manufacturing in 18 factories and over 300 stock locations, International Paint LLC is the only choice for quality products, manufactured, delivered and serviced to the same standard across the globe. International Paint LLC is a part of Akzo Nobel, a market driven, technology-based company specializing in coatings, chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Media Contact:
Vicki Schauer
International Paint LLC
615-491-5557
schauergv@bellsouth.net
