Axalta Coating Systems Appoints Christopher Evans as VP, Investor Relations
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) has appointed Christopher Evans as the new VP of Investor Relations, effective immediately. Reporting to Sean Lannon, SVP and CFO, Evans aims to enhance shareholder communication and investor engagement. Evans brings extensive experience from his previous roles at Ecovyst and Chemours, alongside a solid foundation in the chemical industry as a former analyst at Goldman Sachs. He succeeds Christopher Mecray, who recently left for a new opportunity. Sean Lannon commended Mecray for his significant contributions since Axalta's public offering in 2014.
- Christopher Evans brings significant expertise in investor relations and communications, which may enhance investor engagement.
- His extensive background in the chemical and coatings industry positions him well to communicate Axalta's growth strategy effectively.
- The departure of Christopher Mecray raises concerns about continuity in investor relations leadership.
GLEN MILLS, Pa., March 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) today announced that Christopher Evans has joined Axalta as VP, Investor Relations, effective today.
Mr. Evans will report to Axalta’s SVP and Chief Financial Officer, Sean Lannon, and will serve as the primary liaison between Axalta, its shareholders, and the investment community.
“Chris is a seasoned financial executive who brings significant expertise in investor relations, communications, and the chemical and coatings industry,” said Lannon. “We are excited to welcome Chris to the Axalta team. We look forward to him leveraging his experience and insights to communicate Axalta’s growth strategy, while further advancing our investor communications and engagement.”
Most recently, Mr. Evans was leading the Investor Relations function for Ecovyst. Prior to that role, he was Director of Investor Relations and Corporate Strategy for Chemours responsible for managing quarterly earnings and all investor-facing events. He also covered the U.S. chemical industry for more than four years as a sell-side equity analyst for Goldman Sachs. Mr. Evans began his career at ExxonMobil as a Senior Research Chemist leading a research and development laboratory. Mr. Evans holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Rochester and a B.S. in Chemistry from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Mr. Evans replaces Christopher Mecray who left Axalta earlier this month to pursue a new career opportunity. “I would like to thank Chris for the outstanding work he did during his tenure with Axalta. He was instrumental in building our Investor Relations function since joining the company shortly after our public offering in late 2014,” commented Lannon.
About Axalta Coating Systems
Axalta is a global leader in the coatings industry, providing customers with innovative, colorful, beautiful, and sustainable coatings solutions. From light vehicles, commercial vehicles and refinish applications to electric motors, building facades and other industrial applications, our coatings are designed to prevent corrosion, increase productivity, and enhance durability. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, the global team at Axalta continues to find ways to serve our more than 100,000 customers in over 130 countries better every day with the finest coatings, application systems and technology. For more information, visit axalta.com and follow us @axalta on Twitter.
Contact
Christopher Evans
+1.484-845-7660
christopher.evans@axalta.com
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