(Charleston, SC) May 9, 2011 — JW Aluminum, announced today that Brian Sturgell has been appointed a Director joining the Board of Directors of JW Aluminum, effective immediately.
Mr. Sturgell is a proven leader with significant domestic and international experience as a chief executive, most recently serving as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Novelis Inc., the world’s largest aluminum rolling company. With more than 30 years experience in the aluminum industry, Sturgell has the know-how to drive innovations and strategies that produce sustainable profitable growth and market leadership.
A leader in the Aluminum Rolling Industry, JW Aluminum is owned by the private investment firm Wellspring Capital Management. JW Aluminum has a strong foundation and a track record of being one of the leading suppliers to the aluminum industry and is looking to continue to expand its presence in the marketplace.
“I am excited about the opportunity to work with Wellspring Capital Management and the JW Aluminum leadership team, “said Sturgell. “JW Aluminum has a history of providing excellent products and innovative solutions in the markets they serve. I look forward to working with the team to increase the growth and leadership positions for the company.”
“Brian Sturgell has incredible experience and a rich history of success in the aluminum industry” said William F. Dawson Jr., Chairman of the Board. “His demonstrated strategic passion and focus will add significant value to the Company as we solidify our growth strategies”.
JW Aluminum supplies a wide variety of flat-rolled aluminum products, including bare and coated fin stock; building and distributor sheet; lubed and coated container sheet; cable wrap; litho sheet; foil and sheet for automotive heat shields; honeycomb foil; window blind stock; and converter foil products. JW Aluminum operates plants in Mt. Holly, South Carolina; St. Louis, Missouri; Russellville, Arkansas and Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Link to PDF copy.
