Finnish coating technology specialist Picodeon announced that Fergus Clarke has joined the company as Chief Executive Officer.

Sun Chemical’s Maurice Carruthers has been honored with two print industry awards, the 2014 National Association of Print Ink Manufacturers (NAPIM) Pioneer Award and the Metro New York Printing Ink Association (MNYPIA) 2014 Man of the Year.

Steven Blazuk of Dymax Corp. has completed the requirements to be named an ASQ-Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence, or ASQ CMQ/OE.

National Paint Industries has recently hired Francisco Perez as a Quality Control Technician.

Chemical distributor Superior Materials Inc. announced the expansion and reorganization of its Customer Service Department at its Garden City, NY, headquarters.

IGM Resins Inc. has expanded its commercial team to support the company’s growth.

NSL Analytical Services Inc. recently announced that Gary Cunningham has been named Business Development Representative in regulatory issues in California, focusing on CA Prop 65.

Sika Region NA Automotive has promoted Zack Gaultney to Launch and Planning Manager, reporting to Cedric Gray, VP of Operations.

Flint Group has appointed Inken Steinhauser as General Manager Sleeves.

The American Coatings Association (ACA) announced the election of two new officers to its Board of Directors.