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Industry Veteran Michael White Joins Durand Forms, Inc as New President and CEO.


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DURAND, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 12, 2004

Durand Forms, Inc., a global leader in the manufacturing and marketing of quality aluminum wall forming systems and accessories for use by residential and commercial concrete contractors, announced today the appointment of Michael White There are multiple public figures named Michael White or Mike White, including:
  • Michael R. White, former Mayor of Cleveland, Ohio
  • Michael White (journalist), Associate Editor and former Political Editor of The Guardian
 to CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board.  and President of the company effective January 8, 2004.

Most recently, White held the position of General Manager at TRACO TRACO Three Rivers Aluminium Company
TRACO Trainer Corporation
 Architectural Systems, Inc., a building products manufacturing company, which sells into the residential and commercial markets. In his new role at Durand, White's charter will be to drive the strategic growth of the company, build upon its strong foundation of profitability and continue to elevate Durand's reputation for providing superior customer service and the highest quality of products.

Commenting on his new position, Michael White said, "I am very excited to have been chosen to lead Durand Forms, Inc. through its next stage of growth. I am confident in my ability to meet the challenges that come with this new position. My keen understanding of the construction industry, coupled with Durand's team of extraordinary people, will enable the company to solidify so·lid·i·fy  
v. so·lid·i·fied, so·lid·i·fy·ing, so·lid·i·fies

v.tr.
1. To make solid, compact, or hard.

2. To make strong or united.

v.intr.
 our leadership role in the construction industry."

An industry veteran, White brings extensive leadership abilities to the position. Holding prominent positions at many manufacturing businesses, he had direct responsibility for strategic business development and overall business operations Business operations are those activities involved in the running of a business for the purpose of producing value for the stakeholders. Compare business processes. The outcome of business operations is the harvesting of value from assets , including overseeing the manufacturing and the financial operations. White's senior management positions have included positions at: Swanson Inc., a $100 million food service and distribution company; Wirtz Manufacturing, a $50 million manufacturer of engineered equipment; Amarlite, Inc., a $30 million manufacturer of architectural building products, as well as others.

He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Century University and an MBA MBA
abbr.
Master of Business Administration

Noun 1. MBA - a master's degree in business
Master in Business, Master in Business Administration
 certification from the University of Minnesota (body, education) University of Minnesota - The home of Gopher.

http://umn.edu/.

Address: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
 Graduate School of Business. He also holds a Construction Contract Certification from the Construction Institute.

About Durand Forms, Inc.

Durand Forms, Inc, is a global leader in the manufacturing and marketing of quality aluminum wall forming systems and accessories for use by residential and commercial concrete contractors, through a network of distribution partners. For over 25 years, Durand has been helping contractors succeed with an unwavering commitment to its customers supplying quality products and excellent service.

Durand is owned by Watermill This article is about a type of structure. For other locational uses see: Milldam

A watermill is a structure that uses a water wheel or turbine to drive a mechanical process such as flour or lumber production, or metal shaping (rolling, grinding or wire
 Ventures, a private strategic investment firm, which focuses on acquiring middle-market companies. For more information, please visit www.durandforms.com or www.watermill.com.
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