Dietrich Metal Framing Announces Resignation of President
06/06/2007 - Worthington Industries has named an interim President for Dietrich Metal Framing following the resignation of Edmund L. Ponko Jr.
Worthington Industries, Inc. reported that Edmund L. Ponko Jr., President of Dietrich Metal Framing, has resigned.
The company named George P. Stoe, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Worthington Industries, as the interim president of Dietrich.
Ponko had been with Dietrich Metal Framing for more than 25 years and had been an instrumental part of the growth of the business. The company noted that he had a remarkable career, beginning as a salesman and worked his way to being named President in 2001.
“While market conditions in the steel framing sector are soft, we believe that Dietrich has the best market position and the best people and products in the industry,” John P. McConnell, Chairman and CEO of Worthington Industries, said. “We wish Ed well and thank him for his positive contributions over the years,” McConnell added.
“We are committed to the continuing growth of Dietrich and positioning it to provide the best value to our shareholders.”
Dietrich Metal Framing is the largest manufacturer of steel framing products in the United States. Dietrich’s 2000 employees in 26 facilities use state-of-the-art equipment and in-house metallurgic labs to ensure superior product performance and competitive prices. Founded in 1959, Dietrich Metal Framing is a Worthington Industries Company.
Worthington Industries is a leading diversified metal processing company with annual sales of approximately $3 billion. The Columbus, Ohio, based company is a premier North American value-added steel processor and a leader in manufactured metal products such as metal framing, metal ceiling grid systems, pressure cylinders, automotive past model service stamping and laser-welded blanks. Worthington Industries and its subsidiaries employ more than 8000 people and operate 64 facilities in 10 countries.
