ANH Refractories Names New Chairman and CEO
01/07/2014 - ANH Refractories Co., North America’s largest refractory manufacturer, has named Stephen M. Delo as chairman and chief executive officer,.
Delo succeeds Gabriel Faimann, the company’s former interim CEO, who has left to pursue other career opportunities.
Mr. Delo most recently served as director — integrated supply chain for Honeywell International’s Performance, Materials and Technologies business and has held senior leadership roles of increasing responsibility during his 34 year tenure with Honeywell. He began his career with Honeywell (formerly Allied Chemical) after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering at Louisiana State University, where he also later earned his Masters’ degree in business administration.
“I am excited to be named chief executive officer for ANH,” said Delo. “I look forward to the opportunity to transform ANH’s operations and drive long-term growth and sustainability. I am excited to be working with ANH employees to build upon our company’s reputation and develop innovative ways to successfully meet the needs of our customers, as well as expand our markets served and products offered.”
ANH Refractories is one of the world’s largest and most respected suppliers of refractory materials and applications solutions. With lineage that dates back over 100 years, ANH Refractories is the leading provider of refractory solutions to the global industrial market. ANH operates more than 17 production facilities spread over three continents and manufactures materials under the world recognized brands of A.P. Green, North American Refractories Co., and Harbison-Walker Refractories Co.
Mr. Delo most recently served as director — integrated supply chain for Honeywell International’s Performance, Materials and Technologies business and has held senior leadership roles of increasing responsibility during his 34 year tenure with Honeywell. He began his career with Honeywell (formerly Allied Chemical) after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering at Louisiana State University, where he also later earned his Masters’ degree in business administration.
“I am excited to be named chief executive officer for ANH,” said Delo. “I look forward to the opportunity to transform ANH’s operations and drive long-term growth and sustainability. I am excited to be working with ANH employees to build upon our company’s reputation and develop innovative ways to successfully meet the needs of our customers, as well as expand our markets served and products offered.”
ANH Refractories is one of the world’s largest and most respected suppliers of refractory materials and applications solutions. With lineage that dates back over 100 years, ANH Refractories is the leading provider of refractory solutions to the global industrial market. ANH operates more than 17 production facilities spread over three continents and manufactures materials under the world recognized brands of A.P. Green, North American Refractories Co., and Harbison-Walker Refractories Co.