PPG Industries, Pittsburgh, Pa., USA, this week announced that Kevin Braun has been appointed VP of industrial coatings, Americas, effective immediately, replacing Richard Zoulek, who has left the company. Braun was most recently appointed VP, global raw materials and Americas purchasing.
 

"Kevin is a superb leader who combines excellent product and manufacturing experience with a keen awareness of the industry and market trends," said Viktor Sekmakas, PPG EVP
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Braun, who joined PPG in 1991, also has served as PPG's GM, silica products, and GM, architectural coatings, Australia/New Zealand. Previously, he held roles of increasing commercial responsibility in industrial coatings, fiber glass, and architectural coatings in the U.S. He holds a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Business Administration from Capital University.