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Keyland Polymer Material Sciences has announced a series of leadership transitions designed to support the company’s continued growth in UV-curable materials, UV powder coatings and related technologies.
Michael Knoblauch has transitioned from President of Keyland Polymer Material Sciences to an executive leadership position as Secretary and Treasurer. Knoblauch will also continue to support the company as a Strategic Advisor. In this capacity, Knoblauch will no longer oversee day-to-day operations and management, instead focusing on high-level strategic initiatives, including long-term partnerships, industry advocacy, and mentorship of the company’s leadership team.
Andrew Walton has been promoted from Vice President to president. In this role, Walton will assume responsibility for the company’s operations, strategy, and performance across all business units. He will lead day-to-day operations, advance long-term growth initiatives, and continue to strengthen Keyland’s innovation efforts and customer relationships.
“This leadership transition reflects the strength and depth of our team and our long-term vision for Keyland,” said Walton. “Mike’s continued involvement as a strategic advisor provides valuable continuity and support while positioning our leadership team to drive the next phase of growth.”
Kevin Otto has been promoted from Operations Manager to General Manager of Keyland Polymer UV Powder. Otto will be responsible for the overall performance and strategic direction of the UV Powder business, including operations, production, technical development, staff development, and commercial support. Otto will focus on execution, customer satisfaction, and scaling the UV Powder platform to support continued growth.
The company also announced that Jimmy Cooperider has joined the Keyland Polymer UV Powder team as a technical sales representative, bringing more than 13 years of coatings industry experience. In this role, he will focus on expanding awareness of UV powder coatings, growing the company’s North American customer base and supporting new market opportunities.
“We are incredibly excited about the growth of our team at Keyland,” said Walton. “Promoting talent from within while bringing in new team members allows us to build on our strong foundation and introduce fresh perspectives. It’s all part of our commitment to better serve our customers, accelerate innovation, and continue expanding our presence in the market.”
Keyland Polymer Material Sciences is a privately held global developer and manufacturer of UV light-curable solid materials, including resins, powder coatings and additive materials. Its subsidiaries include Keyland Polymer UV Powder, Keyland Polymer UV Systems, Keyland Polymer UV Resins and DVUV.
