Drytac names Hayden Kelley CEO

Richmond, Va.-based adhesive-coated product developer Drytac has named Hayden Kelley, son of company founder Richard Kelley, the company’s new global chief executive officer, effective immediately. Holding degrees in economics and international business, the younger Kelley previously was regional sales manager for Drytac’s western United States territory and vice president of sales and marketing for Drytac Canada.

Kelley will retain his role as managing director of Drytac Europe, succeeds his father as CEO. Richard Kelley will continue to serve as chairman, leading the board of directors and providing counsel on corporate business strategies.

Marc Oosterhuis will remain president of Drytac North America, overseeing strategic operations in the U.S. and Canada.