NewAge Industries, Inc., a global leader in fluid transfer systems solutions for the biopharma and industrial markets, has announced the appointment of Mary Marcus as its new Chief Executive Officer. The decision comes as part of the company’s strategic positioning for future growth and leadership in the industry.
Marcus, who has been with NewAge Industries since 2008, most recently served as Interim CEO & General Manager. Her appointment to the permanent CEO position has been met with enthusiasm from the company’s board of directors. Andreas Georghiou, Lead Director of the Board, praised Marcus’s leadership, stating, ‘Mary has successfully led the organization while strategically positioning it as a global leader with tremendous growth opportunity within the industry.’
Ken Baker, the previous CEO and current board member, expressed his support for Marcus’s appointment, citing her commitment and dedication to the company, its team members, and global partners. Marcus’s extensive experience within NewAge Industries, spanning various operational functions, has been instrumental in navigating the company’s growth and challenges, particularly in servicing the BioPharma industry.
During her tenure, Marcus has played a crucial role in several key initiatives, including the establishment of Single Use Sterilization programs, the development of cleanroom production suites, the enhancement of the Quality Management System, and the expansion of the company’s global footprint with the launch of a new manufacturing site in Europe earlier this year.
Marcus’s educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Penn State University and a Master of Science in Organizational Development from St. Joseph’s University, providing her with a solid foundation for her leadership role.
Expressing her gratitude and vision for the future, Marcus stated, ‘Ken has done an amazing job setting the company up for success and created such a strong foundation upon which to build. I am honored and humbled to be able to lead the organization into the next chapter.’
NewAge Industries, Inc., founded in 1954, is the parent company of AdvantaPure and NewAge Performance Products. The company specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing fluid transfer systems solutions for high purity pharmaceutical, biopharma, and industrial markets. Their products include a variety of materials such as silicone, TPE, and rubber, in both reinforced and unreinforced styles.
As an ISO-9001 certified and 100% employee-owned corporation (ESOP), NewAge Industries has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices, evidenced by its Gold Ecovadis Sustainability Rating and status as a Certified B Corporation®. The company operates from its corporate headquarters in Southampton, PA, with additional locations in Warrington, PA, and Coevorden, Netherlands.
This leadership transition comes at a crucial time for the fluid transfer systems industry, as demand for high-quality, reliable solutions continues to grow in the biopharma and industrial sectors. Marcus’s appointment is expected to drive innovation and expansion, potentially impacting the company’s market position and the broader industry landscape.
For more information about NewAge Industries and its AdvantaPure, AdvantaFlex, AdvantaSil, and BioClosure product lines, interested parties can visit the company’s website.
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