Koppers, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Koppers Holdings, appointed Kevin Washington as vice president of external affairs. In the role, Washington is responsible for managing relationships with federal, state, and local government agencies, leading the company’s legislative and regulatory public policy strategy, and engaging with local community and industry stakeholders. Additionally, Washington will oversee and advance corporate communications and corporate giving.
“I’m excited to welcome Kevin to the Koppers leadership team. There are a number of projects currently in motion at Koppers that will benefit from Kevin’s rich experience, and I’m certain that he will make an immediate positive impact,” president and CEO Leroy Ball said in a news release. “Adding Kevin deepens our credibility in the work we do everyday interfacing with key civic and governmental decision-makers, as well as our neighbors in the communities where we operate.”
Washington most recently served as the head of government affairs at Illinois Tool Works, a global manufacturer of industrial products and equipment. The newly appointed vice president of external affairs has more than two decades of experience in developing and implementing coordinated advocacy strategies in close collaboration with federal, state, and international policy makers and officials, according to Koppers.
“I am honored and very excited to join Koppers during such a dynamic time for critical manufacturing,” Washington said. “The company’s commitment to people, planet, and performance aligns well with the priorities of our communities and stakeholders – and will help position the organization for great future success.”
In his role, Washington will be a member of the Koppers Leadership Council, reporting directly to president and CEO Leroy Ball.
Pittsburgh-based Koppers is a provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds.
