HATFIELD, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fiber-Line®, a global leader in enhancing the performance of high performance fibers, has strengthened its management team to drive strategic growth and operational performance. Following a management buyout in December 2012 by Taglich Brothers, Inc., the company is focused on diversification and growth. Fiber-Line will expand its presence in oil & gas, composites, and industrial markets as well as grow globally, particularly in Brazil, India, China and Russia (BRIC).
To accelerate these efforts, two key additions have been made to the corporate team:
Bill French joins as President and COO with responsibility for the Americas business. He has a diverse background with more than 20 years experience. Bill brings extensive polymer, extrusion, and coatings knowledge along with commercial and operational experience with General Electric, Elementis Specialties, and Momentive Performance Materials (formerly GE Silicones). He will focus on business strategy, operational improvement and process management.
Rosie Savage joins as Global Marketing Manager with responsibility for marketing development and implementation. She also has over 20 years of experience, focused on the commercial side of specialty chemicals. Rosie has marketing, sales and business development experience with BASF, Air Products and FMC. She will initially focus on key high performance fibers such as carbon fiber and high value industrial applications.
About Fiber-Line®
For over 25 years,
FIBER-LINE® has provided science-driven expertise that
improves the performance and the end-use processing of high performance
fibers. Our products enable the search for new energy reserves and
extend the life of fiber optic telecommunication cables. They also add
important characteristics, such as SWELLCOAT® water-blocking,
water repellence, adhesion, glow-in-the-dark properties, color, wear and
UV-resistance to these and many other applications. We believe that our
ongoing commitment to protect the environment, to remain at the
forefront of fiber and coating technology, and to ‘treat others as we
want to be treated’ will continue to drive the success of our customers,
shareholders, and employees.
