PPG Appoints Steve Pocock as VP, Architectural Coatings, EMEA North and East

PPG appointed Steve Pocock as VP, architectural coatings, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) north and east, effective immediately.

He will report to Tim Knavish, PPG executive VP.

In this expanded role, Pocock will lead PPG’s architectural coatings teams in the region, build the PPG brand assortment, drive team engagement and innovation, create increased value for customers and deliver outstanding results for our shareholders.

Pocock joined Sigma Kalon, which was later acquired by PPG in early 2000, as a national accounts controller. He progressed through a number of commercial roles of increasing responsibility before his appointment as GM architectural coatings, UK and Ireland, in 2010. Pocock was then appointed GM, architectural coatings, EMEA north and China.

“Under his leadership, Steve has been instrumental in growing the business and building a strong team throughout his time with PPG,” said Knavish. “Steve is well-positioned for success in this new role as we continue to strengthen and grow our business in this important region.”