On October 2, 2025, the RPM International Inc. Board of Directors elected David Dennsteadt to the position of Executive Vice President, a role that will oversee all corporate administrative functions including finance, legal, risk management, human resources, manufacturing and operations. The appointment follows Dennsteadt’s tenure as group president of the Performance Coatings Group, where he led record sales and earnings growth and drove global strategic initiatives.
Dennsteadt brings more than 25 years of experience in the coatings industry, having served as group president of the Performance Coatings Group and previously as vice president of the same division. In his new capacity he will be responsible for streamlining corporate operations, enhancing commercial excellence, and supporting the company’s MAP 2025 efficiency program, positioning RPM for accelerated profitability as market volumes recover.
Gregory Michael, formerly president of Stonhard, will succeed Dennsteadt as group president of the Performance Coatings Group. Michael’s background includes leading Stonhard’s expansion and operational excellence, and his appointment is intended to sustain the group’s momentum in high‑performance coatings and specialty OEM markets while aligning with RPM’s broader transformation strategy.
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