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Drytac Appoints New Global CEO

Drytac, an international manufacturer of adhesive-coated products based in Bristol, United Kingdom, named Hayden Kelley as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Kelley is a graduate of Halifax’ Dalhousie University with a BA in Economics and an MBA in International Business. His previous roles include Regional Sales Manager for Drytac’s Western United States territory and VP of Sales and Marketing for Drytac Canada.

 “I am honoured to lead Drytac into the next phase of innovation,” said Kelley. “Now more than ever, we are focused on building strong relationships with customers and partners across the globe. With a renewed commitment to forward-thinking corporate strategies that create tangible value, I believe we will see sustainable growth and profitability.”

Kelley, who currently serves and will retain his role as Managing Director of Drytac Europe, succeeds his father Richard Kelley, the company’s founding Chairman and former CEO. Richard Kelley will continue to serve as Chairman, leading the Board of Directors and providing counsel on corporate business strategies. Marc Oosterhuis will remain president of Drytac North America, overseeing strategic operations in the U.S. and Canada.