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Myers Industries Names Ray Cunningham Vice President of Human Resources, Organization Development & Training

Dépèche transmise le 2 août 2011 par Business Wire

Myers Industries Names Ray Cunningham Vice President of Human Resources, Organization Development & Training

AKRON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) announced today that it has named Ray Cunningham to the position of Vice President of Human Resources, Organization Development and Training.

In this position, Cunningham will lead and coordinate the efforts of the Company’s field and corporate human resource (HR) teams. He will be responsible for developing, implementing and directing human resources plans and activities throughout the corporation and its four business segments, including organizational development, training, succession planning, performance management, benefits and compensation programs.

Cunningham began his career at Myers Industries in June 2006 as director of training and organization development. Prior to joining Myers, he completed a 36-year career with The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company where he served in a number of manufacturing and HR leadership roles.

Myers Industries’ President and Chief Executive Officer John C. Orr stated, “Since joining Myers, Ray has worked effectively with our leadership team to build credible succession planning and development processes that have had a significant and positive impact on our business. His extensive education and experience with leadership coaching, systems development and change management will be instrumental as we continue to build a strong and effective human resources function in our company.”

Cunningham holds a BS degree in Secondary Education from the University of Kansas.

About Myers Industries

Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) is an international manufacturer of polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and consumer markets. The Company is also the largest wholesale distributor of tools, equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel and undervehicle service industry in the U.S. The Company reported net sales from continuing operations of $737.6 million in 2010. Visit www.myersindustries.com to learn more.