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Business Tools | Tuesday May 29 Lee Smith Appointed Director, Strategic Growth for PPG Automotive RefinishJohn Outcalt, general manager, Automotive Refinish, North America, has announced that Lee Smith, director, Refinish Canada since 2002, has been appointed Director, Strategic Growth and Acquisitions for PPG Automotive Refinish, North America.Effective June 1, Smith will assume his new position, which includes responsibility for developing growth strategies to meet Refinish short and long-term profit and growth objectives. Smith has been with PPG for 25 years, holding various positions of responsibility. His in-depth knowledge of the automotive refinish industry, and past successes made him the leading candidate for this new position. During his tenure with PPG Canada, he has positioned the company for continued success in the future. Brian Roberson, formerly a Senior Account Manager for the PPG Aerospace business unit, will succeed him. Smith will relocate to Strongsville, Ohio, the North American headquarters for PPG Automotive Refinish. ©2007 Collision Repair Industry INSIGHT | FEATURED
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