PHILADELPHIA, PA — Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE: AXTA) has announced the appointment of Tim Bowes as President of Global Industrial Coatings, effective January 27, 2025. Bowes succeeds Shelley Bausch, who is stepping down from her role.
Bowes currently serves as Axalta’s Senior Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer, where he has been instrumental in shaping the company’s strategy and advancing operational excellence. His extensive career includes leadership positions across industrial and automotive sectors. Before joining Axalta, he held key roles at Meritor, serving as Senior Vice President and President of Electrification, Industrial, Aftermarket, Purchasing & Supply Chain. He has also led the Casting business unit at American Axle & Manufacturing and served as CEO and President of Transtar Industries.
Bowes brings a global business perspective, with experience living and working in Asia and Europe. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Wayne State University and a bachelor’s degree from Lawrence Technological University.
“Tim brings a wealth of experience to this role with his extensive background in managing industrial businesses across a number of industries and regions. He has played an important role in Axalta’s transformation over the past two years,” said Chris Villavarayan, Axalta’s Chief Executive Officer and President.
Villavarayan also expressed gratitude to Shelley Bausch for her contributions during her tenure. “On behalf of our Board of Directors and our executive committee, I want to thank Shelley for her many contributions to Axalta. We wish her all the best in the future as she explores her many personal and professional interests,” he noted.
The leadership transition comes as Axalta continues to position itself for growth and innovation in the global coatings industry. Bowes’ appointment reflects the company’s commitment to maintaining strong leadership as it tackles new opportunities and challenges.
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