Pittsburgh, PA, 9/28/2011 Watson Standard is accelerating its growth activities for both its Rigid and Flexible packaging businesses, including plans for organic growth initiatives, forming strategic partnerships and acquisitions of complimentary companies.  To effectively manage these efforts and provide resources to support the company’s growth, Watson Standard is restructuring the Rigid and Flexible businesses as separate operating units. 

In order to successfully implement these plans, Jim Lore will assume the position of President.  Patrick Maloney has been appointed Vice President and General Manager of Flexible Packaging.  New hire, Brian Keefe, has accepted the role of Vice President and General Manager of Rigid Packaging.

Among his 30 years of experience in the coatings and packaging industry, Brian has held a variety of professional management positions with PPG, Guardsman and Valspar.  Brian’s industry tenure and experience poises him well for success in this new position.

Prior to joining Watson Standard in 2010, Patrick gained 25 years of experience in the coatings and polymers industries through various management positions held with Pierce and Stevens, Valspar, Cook Composites and Polymers, Lubrizol and PolyOne Corporation.  Patrick is aptly prepared through his previous positions to support and guide the growth of Watson’s Flexible Packaging business.  Brian and Patrick will have full P&L responsibility for their respective operating units.

Jim Lore has been a valued employee of Watson Standard for 35 years.  He began his career at Watson Standard as a chemist, during which time Mr. Lore helped to formulate many of the coatings that have made Watson Standard a leader in the Packaging industry.  Prior to becoming Executive Vice President in 2007, Jim worked his way through nearly every part of the organization, holding the positions of Director of Technology and Director of Manufacturing.  Henry Watson, VP Corporate Development and the 5^th generation of Watson management, explains that:

 “Jim’s dedication, expertise, and leadership acumen could not possibly be overstated.  Watson Standard has been honored to have him in its employ for 35 years and very much looks forward to another 35.  He will be an absolute asset while we forge ahead with this transformation.”

As his record shows, Jim has been extremely dedicated to the company and instrumental in its growth and diversification.  It is through Jim’s knowledge and leadership that Watson Standard’s reorganization efforts will be managed and successfully implemented.

Chairman, Knox Watson adds, “Jim Lore, Patrick Maloney and Brian Keefe are best suited to fulfill Watson Standard’s commitment to growth within the Rigid and Flexible Packaging industry.”

Boilerplate: Founded in 1902, Watson Standard is a privately held specialty coatings and adhesives manufacturer, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving the global marketplace. Watson Standard specializes in formulating and providing application based, customer specific conventional and energy curable coatings, adhesives and related products for the rigid, flexible, pharmaceutical and general packaging industries.

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Pittsburgh, PA, 11/10/2011 — Watson Standard is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Lore from Executive Vice President to President of Watson Standard Company effective September 28, 2011.

Jim started his career at Watson Standard on October 27, 1976, in the laboratory. He has been involved in almost every aspect of our business over his 35 year career at Watson Standard. Jim will be responsible for the day to day operations of Watson Standard, Watson Standard Adhesives, Watson Standard Realty, Watson Standard Europe, and Watson Standard Exports. This promotion for Jim is consistent with an ongoing commitment to uncompromised product quality and customer service.

Boilerplate: Founded in 1902, Watson Standard is a privately held specialty coatings and adhesives manufacturer, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving the global marketplace. Watson Standard specializes in formulating and providing application based, customer specific conventional and energy curable coatings, adhesives and related products for the rigid, flexible, pharmaceutical and general packaging industries.

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Pittsburgh, PA, 9/20/2011 — Watson Standard is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia Blomquist as E, H & S Manager, effective immediately. Cynthia’s experience from previous employers such as P3Pro, Premier Environmental Services, and AECOM affords Watson Standard an enhanced perspective within her new role.

Cynthia is responsible for ensuring Watson’s compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health and safety requirements and management of all related programs. Cynthia will report to the Company’s VP of Quality and Regulatory Affairs.

Watson Standard’s Executive Vice President, Jim Lore, commented, “Cynthia’s appointment to this position is consistent with the Company’s ongoing proactive commitment to environmental compliance and the health and safety of our employees. She has an extensive amount of experience in these fields and we are confident that having her as part of our organization will further enhance our E,H&S programs. Additionally, we look forward to having her work closely with customers and vendors where this cooperation can lead to mutually beneficial environmental, health and safety programs and results.”

Boilerplate: Founded in 1902, Watson Standard is a privately held specialty coatings and adhesives manufacturer, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving the global marketplace. Watson Standard specializes in formulating and providing application based, customer specific conventional and energy curable coatings, adhesives and related products for the rigid, flexible, pharmaceutical and general packaging industries.

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Wesley is taking the role of Assistant Director of Manufacturing. His previous experience includes professional managerial roles with other ISO 9001 certified companies. Prior to joining Watson Standard Company, Wesley served as Vice President of Manufacturing for a powder metal manufacturer.

Richard, assuming the position of Process and Maintenance Engineer, will be responsible for company-wide engineering processes and maintenance for all Watson Standard locations. His background includes extensive engineering, batch operation, process control and plant maintenance experience in the chemical industry.

These additions to the Manufacturing Department are consistent with an ongoing commitment to uncompromised product quality and customer service. Watson Standard’s Executive Vice President, Jim Lore, commented, “We are very pleased to have Wes and Rick as part of our manufacturing/operations team. Both individuals bring a breadth of experience and expertise that compliment our current organization. Their addition to our staff will allow us to further enhance our commitment to our customers, vendors, employees, shareholders and communities in which we operate.”

Boilerplate: Founded in 1902, Watson Standard is a privately held specialty coatings and adhesives manufacturer, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving the global marketplace. Watson Standard specializes in formulating and providing application based, customer specific conventional and energy curable coatings, adhesives and related products for the rigid, flexible, pharmaceutical and general packaging industries.

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