GMA has announced the appointment of David Suszko as president of GMA Americas, a move aimed at enhancing the leadership team and supporting the company’s growth and long-term investment in the region.
David brings over two decades of experience in leading global industrial businesses across various markets. His career includes senior roles in sales, marketing, strategy, operations, finance, human resources, and corporate governance. Notable positions he has held include Global sales director, where he undertook enterprise-level improvement initiatives reporting directly to the executive committee, and global business director responsible for the operational performance of five manufacturing plants worldwide. Most recently, he served as senior commercial director of a global specialty chemical business.
Upon his appointment, David expressed his enthusiasm for joining GMA, citing the strength of its technology, products, and legacy. He remarked, “I was incredibly impressed by GMA’s technology and the quality of its products. This is an excellent business, built over many years by some of the pioneers of the industry.”
David also noted his eagerness to integrate his diverse experiences from global organizations to lead the Americas business effectively. “I am excited to get out into the field, meet with our customers, and understand how we can best support their projects. At the same time, I have a strong focus on people, and I look forward to progressing our organization in ways that deliver value not only for our customers but also for our team.”
GMA CEO Grant Cox welcomed David to the company, highlighting the importance of his new role. “David is stepping into a significant leadership position at GMA. The Americas are a critical region for our business, and David will work closely with our teams and customers to ensure we continue to deliver value, strengthen relationships, and support long-term growth,” he stated.
Cox added, “His breadth of global experience and people-focused approach will be a great asset to our organization and the customers we serve. We are very pleased to welcome him to GMA and wish him every success in his new role.”
David will be based in the United States, leading the Americas team in serving customers throughout the region and reinforcing GMA’s commitment to delivering high-performance abrasive solutions with dedicated local support.
For more information visit www.gmagarnet.com/en/americas
