Graybar names new president

Kathleen M. Mazzarella has been appointed president of Graybar, effective June 1, 2012.

Mazzarella currently serves as executive vice president and chief operating officer, a position she has held for the past year. In her new role, she will continue to set the strategic direction for Graybar's sales and marketing function, while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the overall business. Also on June 1, 2012, Graybar's chairman, president and CEO, Robert A. Reynolds Jr., will serve as executive chairman. He will remain actively involved in the company as the lead executive, overseeing the company's strategy and providing guidance to the executive team.

"As chairman, president and CEO, Bob has done a remarkable job of leading the company," said Mazzarella. "I have enjoyed working with him over the years and look forward to learning from his experience during this transition."

Reynolds added, "In Kathy's 31 years with Graybar, she has consistently demonstrated a passion for the business, a commitment to Graybar's values and an exceptional ability to achieve results. Appointing her to this position reinforces Graybar's philosophy of managing the company for the long-term. Her leadership will enhance the way we work to our customers' advantage, both today and in the future."

In a separate announcement, the company said that Graybar Canada president and CEO Frank Hughes will retire after 40 years with the company, effective Jan. 5, 2012. Upon Hughes' retirement, Peter Horncastle will be named executive vice president and general manager, assuming leadership of Graybar Canada.

Graybar Canada is a subsidiary of Graybar, headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with 30 branch locations across the country and more than 500 employees.

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