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CCA CEO Dunnan Edell Dies

David Edell returns as CEO; Stephen A. Heit is named president.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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Dunnan D. Edell, president and chief executive officer, of CCA Industries, died suddenly. He was 56. The board of directors has asked David Edell, the former CEO and founder of the company, who retired at the end of 2011, to accept the position of CEO at this time. The board also has appointed Stephen A. Heit as president of the company in addition to his responsibilities as chief financial officer. Heit had previously served as president of AM Cosmetics, a consumer products company, and had experience calling on the same customers of CCA.


Drew Edell has been appointed chief operating officer of the company and has also been appointed by the board as a director of the company until the next annual meeting of the shareholders. All of the appointments are effective immediately.


“I am very grateful that David Edell has agreed to accept the position of chief executive officer. This is a terrible time for David and his family, and I think it is admirable that despite his overwhelming grief over the sudden loss of his son he has agreed to help the company out, always keeping in mind the best interests of the shareholders,” said Stanley Kreitman, chairman. “We are also grateful that Stephen Heit has accepted the position of president. Steve’s previous experience will provide important continuity with our customers and employees. We have a strong core of staff that will enable CCA to continue during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dunnan’s family, his father David, his brother Drew and their families,” continued Kreitman.

CCA Industries Inc. manufactures and markets health and beauty aids, each under its individual brand name.

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