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The Canadian business of Pittsburgh Paints Company recently announced it will become an independent company, renamed Canadian Industries Limited (CIL).
“Launching CIL as an independent Canadian company will allow us to move faster, serve customers better and invest more intentionally in the Canadian market,” says Brian Carson, president and CEO of Pittsburgh Paints Co. “This is about growth and building on the strength of our DULUX, SICO and BETONEL brands with a renewed focus on what Canadian customers need most.”
CIL also announced the retirement of its president, Vince Rea. Brendan Demler, president and general manager, commercial, and Tim Fisher, president and general manager, retail, will succeed Rea.
“Tim and Brendan have been instrumental working in advisory roles this year in generating growth strategies–bringing a wealth of knowledge and fresh ideas to the team as it moves forward. Backed by a committed ownership group and an exceptional team, together they are primed to execute on new store openings and expanded retail and dealer partnerships that will enhance the customer experience,” Rea says.
