01.25.23
PLZ Corp, one of North America's largest independent specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, has appointed Brett Finley CEO, effective February 15.
Finley brings more than a quarter of a century of specialty manufacturing industry leadership. He will focus on leveraging PLZ's R&D resources and product breadth to bring customized solutions to its customers, while continuing to drive strategic acquisitions.
"PLZ is a leader in producing innovative specialty aerosol and liquid products and packing solutions for its customers, and I am thrilled to join the company's leadership team," said Finley. "I am impressed by the exceptional quality of PLZ's products and its commitment to customer-centered solutions. I look forward to working with the talented team at PLZ as we strive to be the partner of choice for our customers."
Finley joins PLZ from Fortune Brands, a leading home and security products company, where he served as president of outdoors & security. At Fortune Brands, Finley was responsible for overseeing organic and inorganic growth initiatives and managed a business segment with 7,800 employees across five business units. He previously held leadership roles with IDEX Corporation, serving as senior vice president, corporate pfficer and president of the Asia division. Finley earned his bachelor of science in mechanical engineering from Case Western Reserve University.
PLZ continues to enhance its service offering and capabilities through strategic acquisitions and has completed 18 acquisitions since 2010. Two of PLZ's most recent acquisitions include 220 laboratories; a leading innovator and formulator of hair, skin and body products; and champion brands, a leading manufacturer of specialty lubricants for the automotive and industrial markets. Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital and management.
