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The Pittsburgh Paints Company (PPC) recently announced Brian Carson as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.
Previously, Carson served as the president and CEO of AHF Products, a hard surface flooring manufacturer for residential and commercial interiors. Bringing established relationships with big-box retailers, independent dealers and national distributors, Carson will bring solutions to drive long-term success for the company.
“We are thrilled to welcome Brian Carson as The Pittsburgh Paints Company’s CEO. Brian is a proven winner, leading building products companies with deep industry relationships and an exceptional record for repositioning major manufacturers to transform product vitality, channel effectiveness, profitability and growth. He is the ideal candidate to accelerate PPC’s strategy as an independent company, including enhancing innovation and customer relationships, driving long-term growth, and renewing the Company’s legacy as an iconic, leading coatings provider in North America,” says Rick Hoffman, partner at AIP.
Carson’s appointment follows several other senior level appointments at PPC, including Joe Durham as Chief Financial Officer and Brian Padden as president of retail.
“Pittsburgh Paints Company presents a unique, one-of-a-kind opportunity for our team to redefine prestigious, century-old brands in an expanding, fast-evolving industry. I am proud to be here, and along with our PPC team, will unlock our potential and build a sustainable future for the Pittsburgh Paints Company, delivering on our mission to provide industry-leading products and services to our customers and partners across the U.S. and Canada,” Carson says.
