Martinsville Management Change

Tim Coble Named New Site Manager for INVISTA

Martinsville, VA. (May 29, 2007) – INVISTA announced recently that Timothy L. (Tim) Coble has been promoted to site manager for INVISTA's Martinsville, VA, facility. The Martinsville site manufactures precision machined components for the fibers industry, which are used by INVISTA businesses globally. In addition, the site produces other precision machined components for external customers in the automotive racing industry, among others.

"Combined with his leadership capabilities, Tim's operations and business expertise will continue to add value to the Martinsville site," said Larry Angell, vice president, operations. "We are confident that under Tim's guidance, the site will continue to strengthen its focus on compliance, reliability and production efficiencies."

Most recently, Tim served as support systems manager for INVISTA's Waynesboro, VA, site. Prior to that role, he held various roles of increasing responsibility in information systems, manufacturing leadership, and management in Charlotte, NC, and Waynesboro, VA. Tim earned a bachelor's degree in economics and business management from North Carolina State University.

"I am very excited about leading the talented INVISTA Martinsville site employees," said Coble.

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