CHICAGO-CPH Holding Corp. has named John Paro president and CEO of the firm.
George Vincent, who served as chairman and CEO for 20 years, will continue his involvement with the company as its commercial development officer, as well as retaining his position on the board.
Paro joined the company in 1986 and has held a number of positions. He has worked as president and chief operating officer since 2002.
Before joining the company, he spent nine years at FMC Corp. in both sales and marketing positions and ran FMC´s worldwide food phosphorous business.
Paro has served as chairman of the Illinois Chemical Council and is a contributing member of the American Chemistry Council and the National Association of Chemical Distributors.