Mark Andy appoints new CEO

Mark Andy has named PJ Desai as its new CEO effective January 1, 2012. He replaces current CEO Paul Brauss, who will retire on December 31, 2012.

Desai spent several years of his career in various engineering and manufacturing positions in business units of the Monsanto Company, including an assignment in Europe to design, construct and manage a new plant. During his time at Monsanto he managed several business groups, leading to the positions of CFO, president and CEO. Desai has a master's degree in chemical engineering from MIT and an MBA from the University of Michigan.

Over his 12 years with Mark Andy, Paul Brauss led the company through numerous acquisitions, operating enhancements and product line developments. ‘Paul has put us on the path for growth and robust profitability for the current and next generation of products from Mark Andy and Rotoflex,’ said Kevin Wilken, COO of Mark Andy. ‘He has provided the leadership necessary to thrive in changing times.’

Brauss came to Mark Andy in 1998 and took over as CEO in 2003. He retains his position as an executive member of Mark Andy's board of directors.  

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