W. R. Grace appoints Keith N. Cole as VP, Government Relations and Environment, Health and Safety; Cole previously worked for General Motors
Allison Oesterle
COLUMBIA, Maryland
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January 17, 2014
(press release)
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W. R. Grace & Co. (NYSE: GRA) announced today the appointment of Keith N. Cole as Vice President, Government Relations and Environment, Health, and Safety. Cole will be responsible for Grace’s EHS and public affairs activities worldwide. He will report to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Fred Festa and be located at the company’s global headquarters in Columbia, MD.
Since 2002, Cole has held leadership positions in government relations and public policy for General Motors Corporation, including assignments in Shanghai and Washington, D.C. Prior to 2002, Cole was a partner in two Washington law firms that provided counsel and lobbying services in environmental, energy, utility, and business matters. Prior to his lobbying experience, he served as Counsel to the U.S. Senate, Small Business Committee; and Minority Counsel, U.S. House of Representatives, Energy and Commerce Committee. Cole earned his Juris Doctor at the University of Virginia School of Law, and his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science from Duke University.
“Keith brings knowledge and experience extremely well suited to our global specialty chemical business,” said Fred Festa. “This appointment reflects the central importance of environment, health, and safety across our business, as well as our commitment to the communities where we operate.”
About Grace
Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts; engineered and packaging materials; and, specialty construction chemicals and building materials. The company’s three industry-leading business segments—Grace Catalysts Technologies, Grace Materials Technologies and Grace Construction Products—provide innovative products, technologies and services that enhance the quality of life. Grace employs approximately 6,500 people in over 40 countries and had 2012 net sales of $3.2 billion. More information about Grace is available at www.grace.com.
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