CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., July 26,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quaker Houghton (NYSE: KWR) today announced the
appointment of Russell R. Shaller to
Quaker Houghton's Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Michael F. Barry, Chairman of the
Board of Directors of Quaker Houghton, stated: "We are extremely
pleased to welcome Russell to our Board. Russell is a proven
leader with extensive experience across several industries which
will be a valuable asset to our Board and our Company."
Mr. Shaller has served as President and Chief Executive Officer
and director of Brady Corporation (NYSE: BRC) since April
2022. Prior to being appointed to his current role, Mr.
Shaller served as President of the Identification Solutions
business at Brady Corporation from 2015 to 2022. Prior to
joining Brady Corporation, Mr. Shaller served as President of
Microwave Solutions for Teledyne Technologies Inc. (NYSE: TDY) from
2008 to 2015. Previously, Mr. Shaller served in several
positions of increasing responsibility at W.L. Gore &
Associates, including as Division Leader, Electronic Products
Division from 2003 to 2008 and General Manager of Gore Photonics
from 2001 to 2003. Prior to joining W.L. Gore in 1993, Mr.
Shaller worked in engineering and program management positions at
Westinghouse Corporation. Mr. Shaller holds a bachelor's degree in
electrical engineering from the University of
Michigan, a master's degree in electrical engineering from
Johns Hopkins University, and an MBA
from the University of Delaware.
Andy Tometich, Chief Executive
Officer and President, stated: "Russell's industry knowledge and
focus on driving growth through innovation will support the
execution of our profitable growth strategy, better positioning our
Company to deliver long-term value for all stakeholders."
About Quaker Houghton:
Quaker Houghton is the global leader in industrial
process fluids. With a presence around the world, including
operations in over 25 countries, our customers include thousands of
the world's most advanced and specialized steel, aluminum,
automotive, aerospace, offshore, container, mining, and
metalworking companies. Our high-performing, innovative and
sustainable solutions are backed by best-in-class technology, deep
process knowledge and customized services. With approximately 4,600
employees, including chemists, engineers and industry experts, we
partner with our customers to improve their operations so they can
run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes
next. Quaker Houghton is
headquartered in Conshohocken,
Pennsylvania, located near Philadelphia in the
United States. Visit quakerhoughton.com to learn more.
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