AZZ names Todd Bella President – Metal Coatings, succeeding retiring Bryan Stovall
AZZ Inc. said COO – Metal Coatings Bryan Stovall will retire on June 8, 2026, after completing his employment agreement term. Todd Bella, currently Senior Vice President – Western Operations, will succeed him as President – Metal Coatings effective March 1, 2026, while Stovall stays on as COO through June 8 to support the transition.
Key points
- Bryan Stovall, President and COO – Metal Coatings, plans to retire on June 8, 2026
- Todd Bella, age 46, appointed President – Metal Coatings effective March 1, 2026
- Stovall remains Chief Operating Officer – Metal Coatings from March 1 to June 8, 2026 to assist the transition
- Compensation details for Bella's appointment will be disclosed in a later filing
The filing
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