New managing director at AER

Vince Minchella has been promoted from Commercial Manager to the position of Managing Director of Avon Engineered Rubber.

Looking ahead to his leadership duties, Minchella said: “I’m excited to have been given the opportunity to lead Avon Engineered Rubber forward because it is a very important part of Avon Group as the exclusive global source for both stem and cup seal gaskets.  

“We’ve been the ‘go-to’ supply partner for the world’s top aerosol producers for more than 20 years and I’m confident that we will kick on and expand our reach as well as playing an important role in Avon Group’s progress.” 

Avon Group strengthens top team

Mr Minchella’s appointment was announced at the same time as Stephen Thomas was confirmed as Avon Group Joint Managing Director while Greg Smith took on the role as Sales Director.

Together, they will strengthen Avon Group’s status a world-leading aerosol gaskets manufacturer and producer of automotive components and sealing, insulation, acoustic, filtration and protection products.

As they settle into new roles, Avon Group chief Mark Rushin said: “We are all really ambitious and passionate about what we do and with our exceptionally talented people in vital positions we are now firmly on course to rise to every challenge and fulfil Avon Group’s vast potential.”