NORWALK, Conn., July 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LBB Specialties LLC
("LBB Specialties" or the "Company"), a leader in specialty
chemicals and ingredient distribution in North America, today announced that
Thomas Van Valkenburgh has been
appointed President and Chief Executive Officer ("CEO"). Mr.
Van Valkenburgh succeeds
Hank DeWolf, who will remain with
the Company as a Senior Advisor, ensuring a smooth transition and
continuity for LBB Specialties' employees, principals, and
customers.
Thomas joins LBB Specialties from Kerry Group, where he was
President of the Specialty Chemicals business, prior to which he
was President of IMCD U.S. During his tenure with IMCD, Thomas
successfully led a period of significant profitable growth while
capitalizing on the opportunities presented by integrating several
acquired businesses. Prior to joining IMCD, Thomas was with Cristal
in various general management, operations, and sales positions over
time.
As CEO, Hank led the successful integration of seven legacy
businesses into a unified Company operating under the LBB
Specialties brand. Under Hank's leadership, LBB Specialties
recruited talented commercial executives to lead the Company's
industry verticals and added significant capabilities including
implementing company-wide ERP and CRM systems, building a combined
food and personal care lab, upgrading and expanding the Company's
Texas warehouse and office, and
opening a new corporate headquarters.
"We would like to express our appreciation to Hank for leading
LBB Specialties through a critical phase of the Company's journey
to becoming one Company and are thrilled to now have Thomas assume
the role of CEO of LBB Specialties," said Simon Brown and Matthew
LeBaron, Co-Chairmen of LBB Specialties. "Thomas'
significant leadership and industry experience, commitment to
delivering strong service to principals and customers, and track
record of driving growth are perfectly suited to leading the next
phase of LBB Specialties' growth."
"I am proud to have led LBB Specialties through its
transformation from seven legacy businesses to one Company," said
Hank DeWolf, CEO of LBB Specialties.
"With the team and capabilities that have been built during my
tenure as CEO, I believe LBB Specialties is well-positioned for
continued success under Thomas' leadership. I want to thank the
entire organization for all their hard work and dedication."
"I am honored to have the opportunity to lead LBB Specialties,"
said Thomas Van Valkenburgh,
incoming CEO of LBB Specialties. "I look forward to working with
the team to build upon the strategic capabilities developed under
Hank's leadership to drive growth and provide excellent service to
our principals and customers."
LBB Specialties is a leader in North American specialty
chemicals and ingredients distribution. It is a diversified
supplier serving end markets including care, food & nutrition,
industrial specialties, and life sciences.
www.LBBSpecialties.com
Media Contact:
Courtney Flood
media@lbbspecialties.com
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