Avery Dennison Corp. has appointed Matthias “Matt” Liebert as gm of Taylor Adhesives following the recent retirement of Ralph Grogan. Liebert brings two decades of flooring industry experience to the role, where he will be responsible for Taylor’s strategic direction, financial performance and commercial strategy.
“Matt is well-known and highly regarded across the flooring industry,” stated Ryan Yost, Avery Dennison Materials Group’s president. “He will identify and pursue new opportunities, advance our growth priorities and deliver additional value to our customers and stakeholders.”
Liebert served for 17 years as chairman, CEO and president of Uzin Utz North America. Most recently, as founder of the consultancy MNL Business & Management Partners GmbH, he advised U.S. subsidiaries on market entry and growth strategies.
