PPG announced the appointment of Pascal Tisseyre as Vice President, Government Affairs, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), effective immediately. Reporting to Pedro Serret Salvat, President and General Counsel, PPG EMEA, Tisseyre will lead the company’s regional government affairs activities, including oversight of public policy, political engagement and related compliance activities.

“This critical appointment underscores PPG’s commitment to actively engaging with government stakeholders in the region and advocating for the future of the coatings industry, particularly with respect to critical initiatives such as the EU Green Deal and opportunities to promote sustainable growth as part of PPG’s Enterprise Growth Strategy,” said Serret Salvat. “Pascal’s extensive and deep business expertise and leadership, combined with his strategic vision, will be instrumental in advancing PPG’s objectives.”

Tisseyre has led PPG’s architectural coatings (AC), EMEA South business since 2019. In his current role as vice president, AC, EMEA South, he delivered results by innovating the region’s go-to-market strategy, implementing new digital technologies and strengthening people development. Prior to this role, he served as finance director, PPG AC EMEA. He joined PPG after the company acquired SigmaKalon in 2008. Previously, Tisseyre held finance and controllership roles of increasing responsibility at Sigma Coatings and SigmaKalon, among other companies including Total in Ghana. Tisseyre began his career as a trader on the Paris stock exchange. He holds a master’s degree in finance from the University of Dauphine in Paris.