Suzo-Happ is implementing a new leadership structure, under which president and CEO James Brendel has been promoted to chairman of the board.

James Brendel

The changes, intended to reflect the growth and diversification of the company in recent years, will see Brendel relinquish his day-to-day responsibilities as president and CEO, allowing him to focus on the strategic direction of the company.

Matt Brown will continue as Suzo-Happ’s chief financial and work directly with the company’s Asia-Pacific and global bill-to-bill leaders. Marcel Oelen will remain as managing director responsible for the company’s interests in Europe, Middle East and Africa, while Ron Partridge will continue as president, Americas, responsible for business in North and South America.

“Working to establish Suzo-Happ as a global technology solutions provider has been the greatest privilege of my career,” said Brendel. “This new role allows me to focus exclusively on the strategic leadership and direction of Suzo-Happ, while allowing the strong executive team that we have put into place to further the company's operational capabilities.

“Our ability to provide outstanding solutions to our customers will only be enhanced with these changes."