Global Industrial Appoints Lisa Goldson Armstrong as Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer

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Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has appointed Lisa Goldson Armstrong as Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, effective August 12, 2024. Armstrong will report to Richard Leeds, Interim CEO and Executive Chairman, and will oversee marketing, customer experience, and branding initiatives. With over 20 years of strategy and marketing experience, Armstrong most recently served as CMO and VP of Global Marketing at Resideo Technologies. She has also held senior leadership positions at Filtration Group Madison Industries, Pentair, and Honeywell. Armstrong holds an MBA from Cornell University and an HBA from the University of Western Ontario. Her appointment is expected to strengthen Global Industrial's marketing initiatives and customer relationships.

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• Appointment of experienced marketing executive with over 20 years of strategy and marketing experience
• New CMO has a track record of driving growth and delivering innovative customer experiences
• Addition to senior leadership team may strengthen marketing initiatives and customer relationships

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PORT WASHINGTON, NY / ACCESSWIRE / August 12, 2024 / Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC), a value-added national distributor of industrial products and MRO supplies, today announced the appointment of Lisa Goldson Armstrong as Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, effective today. Armstrong will report to Richard Leeds, Interim Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman of the Board at Global Industrial, and will be responsible for marketing, customer experience, and branding initiatives across the Company.

"Lisa is a proven executive, exceptional leader, and strong addition to our senior leadership team. She has a track record of driving growth, delivering innovative customer experiences, and building brands. Lisa's expertise will be invaluable as we execute on our strategy," said Leeds.

"I am excited to join Global Industrial, a company with a unique go-to-market platform and a strong history. I look forward to working with the team as we deliver on our marketing initiatives, strengthen customer relationships, and capitalize on our growth opportunities," said Armstrong.

Armstrong joins Global Industrial with over 20 years of strategy and marketing experience. She most recently served as Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President, Global Marketing at Resideo Technologies. Prior to Resideo, Lisa held senior leadership positions at Filtration Group Madison Industries, Pentair, and Honeywell and has also served on the Board of Directors at Salo LLC, and several non-profit organizations. Armstrong holds an MBA from Cornell University, an HBA from University of Western Ontario and has received accolades for her marketing leadership from the CMO Club and Twin Cities Business Notable Leaders in Marketing.

About Global Industrial Company
Global Industrial Company (NYSE: GIC), through its operating subsidiaries, is a value-added distributor. For 75 years, Global Industrial has gone the extra mile for its customers, currently offering hundreds of thousands of industrial and MRO products needed to run businesses and facilities. Global Industrial is committed to its customer-centric strategy and utilizes a team of subject matter experts, products from its Global Industrial Exclusive Brands^TM and national vendor relationships to help customers succeed. Global Industrial, "We Can Supply That®".

Investor/Media Contact:

Mike Smargiassi/Jomar Orejuela
The Plunkett Group
212-739-6729
mike@theplunkettgroup.com / jomar@theplunkettgroup.com

SOURCE: Global Industrial Company

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief Marketing Officer of Global Industrial Company (GIC)?

Lisa Goldson Armstrong has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer of Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC), effective August 12, 2024.

What are Lisa Goldson Armstrong's responsibilities at Global Industrial (GIC)?

As SVP & CMO, Lisa Goldson Armstrong will be responsible for marketing, customer experience, and branding initiatives across Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC).

What is Lisa Goldson Armstrong's professional background before joining Global Industrial (GIC)?

Prior to joining Global Industrial, Lisa Goldson Armstrong served as CMO and VP of Global Marketing at Resideo Technologies, and held senior leadership positions at Filtration Group Madison Industries, Pentair, and Honeywell.

When does Lisa Goldson Armstrong start her role at Global Industrial Company (GIC)?

Lisa Goldson Armstrong's appointment as Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer at Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) is effective August 12, 2024.