Metals service center Olympic Steel Inc. announced that effective January 1, William (Bill) Zielinski assumed the role of President, in addition to his existing responsibilities as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Chicago Tube and Iron (CTI), an Olympic Steel subsidiary.
As President and COO, Zielinski will lead the business strategy and day-to-day operations of Chicago Tube and Iron. He succeeds Dr. Donald (Don) R. McNeeley as President; McNeeley will continue with the company and serve as Chairman of CTI.
"It has been my privilege to lead this organization and play a role in developing the next generation of exceptionally talented leaders at CTI," said McNeeley. "Bill is one of those talents, and I am confident he will lead the organization to achieve great success, building on the strong history of Chicago Tube and Iron."
Zielinski began his metals industry career in 1979, holding various sales leadership positions with Bliss and Laughlin Steel. He joined Chicago Tube and Iron in 1992 as a Product Manager before progressing to Inside Sales Manager, General Manager, Vice President – Eastern Region and Vice President – Marketing. He assumed the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in 2016. Zielinski also serves on the Board of Directors for the American Supply Association’s Industrial Pipe Division and its Education Foundation.