PPG has appointed Irene Tasi as Chief Growth Officer (CGO), effective December 6, 2021. In this newly created role – which reports to PPG Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael McGarry – Tasi will lead and accelerate PPG’s growth agenda with responsibility for corporate strategy, long-range planning, marketing, brand and sales excellence, digital, market-driven innovation, and new growth initiatives. She will be based at PPG’s global headquarters in Pittsburgh and serve as a member of the company’s Operating Committee.
Commenting on Tasi’s appointment, McGarry said, “Irene is a proven, entrepreneurial leader who will help to drive our growth strategy and deliver distinctive experiences for our customers. She brings strong expertise in commercial excellence, strategic marketing, digital and data analytics, and brand management. Throughout her career, Irene has demonstrated a record of helping businesses grow and delivering exceptional results for customers and shareholders.”
