PPG names Jamie Beggs SVP and CFO

Key highlights
  • Jamie Beggs named PPG SVP and CFO effective July 6, succeeding Vince Morales, who retires after a 41-year PPG career.
  • She will report to CEO Tim Knavish, join PPG's executive and operating committees, and lead corporate development and information technology.
  • Beggs brings 25+ years of financial leadership, most recently serving as CFO of Avient since 2020 and serving on International Paper's board.
  • Her prior roles include CFO of Hunt Consolidated and senior finance positions at Celanese; she began her career at PwC and holds bachelor's and master's degrees in accounting from the University of Texas.

Appointment

PPG elected Jamie A. Beggs as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 6; she succeeds Vincent J. Morales, who retires after a 41-year PPG career.

Responsibilities and transition

Beggs will report to CEO Timothy M. Knavish, join PPG’s executive and operating committees, and have executive leadership for corporate development and information technology; she and Morales will work together in the coming months to ensure a smooth transition.

Background

Beggs has more than 25 years of financial leadership experience, served as CFO of Avient since 2020, and sits on the Board of International Paper; prior roles include CFO of Hunt Consolidated, senior finance positions at Celanese (including corporate vice president and treasurer and CFO of Materials Solutions), and an early career at PricewaterhouseCoopers; she holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from the University of Texas.