Zep Welcomes New CEO

August 16, 2019

Zep has appointed Dan Smytka CEO effective September 3.

Smytka has more than three decades of senior executive leadership experience. He joins Zep from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co., where he served as president of the company’s global off-highway division.

“I am truly honored and excited about joining this dynamic global company and look forward to working closely with the management team, employees, and board of directors to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer value and support Zep’s long-term growth plans,” said Smytka.

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