Swanson Industries has appointed David Brightbill as its new Chief Executive Officer. Brightbill is an accomplished business leader who has worked in the global mining and metals industry for his entire 35-year career.
Brightbill spent more than 20 years at Nalco, where he most recently led the global mining operations to a consistent record of improved operating results through acquisitions and organic growth. Under his leadership, Nalco’s mining operations further penetrated the global markets with expansion in Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.
“We are excited to have David spearhead the next chapter at Swanson,” stated Abel S. Osorio, Chairman of the Board of Swanson Industries and a Partner at Turnspire Capital Partners, which owns the Company. “He brings a wealth of experience in the global mining industry with strong relationships and deep knowledge of operations. David has an impressive track record of driving operational improvement and growth, and we look forward to him executing Swanson’s strategic vision.”
“I am excited to have the opportunity to lead Swanson, which has a history of industry leadership and quality,” said Brightbill. “I look forward to working with the team to capitalise on Swanson’s many opportunities to share its valuable capabilities with its customers and penetrate new markets.”
Before his time at Nalco, Brightbill worked as an engineer for IBM and numerous major mining companies in positions of increasing responsibility.
