On Thursday, Columbus, Ohio-based manufacturer Worthington Industries, Inc. announced that effective August 1, 2012, Mark Russell will become the next president and COO of the company, replacing George P. Stoe, who is stepping down into a semi-retirement role. Geoff Gilmore will then replace Russell becoming the next president of Worthington also on August 1.
"George has made significant contributions to the Company in his roles as president of our Cylinders business and in his current position, and we will continue to benefit from his leadership, as he transitions from day-to-day to special projects," said Chairman and CEO John McConnell. Stoe is 66 years old.