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Myers Industries Taps Outsider as Chief Operating OfficerView Online

Crains Cleveland | June 2009

Myers Industries Inc. (NYSE: MYE) has gone outside the company for its new chief operating officer.

The diversified manufacturing and distribution company said David B. Knowles has joined Myers as executive vice president and chief operating officer. Myers said the 48-year-old Mr. Knowles will be responsible for all manufacturing and distribution operations, sales, marketing, research and development and supply chain functions.

John Orr, president and CEO, said in a statement, “David brings to Myers Industries an extensive operating background in the plastic materials and specialty products arena. His leadership success in business development, sales and market share growth, lean manufacturing and organizational development will be an asset as we focus on the growth strategy in our businesses.”

Since 2003, Mr. Knowles was president and CEO of Aristech Acrylics LLC, a manufacturer of continuously cast acrylic sheet and solid surface products used in bathtubs, hot tubs, signage and countertops, among other products. Prior to joining Aristech, he was vice president and general manager for Honeywell’s Performance Products business.