Champion Fiberglass Welcomes Christopher Kissel as CEO

Champion Fiberglass (Houston): Christopher Kissel has joined the company as CEO. He brings a wealth of experience in the oil and gas and natural resources sectors, along with experience as a field engineer with ExxonMobil, and as an investment banker with Goldman Sachs. Kissel received his MBA from Harvard Business School and his engineering degree from McGill University.

Goran Haag, current president and founder, will serve as executive chairman and concentrate on special projects. He will maintain ownership of Champion Fiberglass. Champion Fiberglass veteran Scott Patchan continues to lead sales and marketing efforts, advancing to VP of sales and marketing.

Haag founded Champion Fiberglass in 1988. In its 35-year history, the company has innovated, advanced the industry, overcome challenges and achieved numerous milestones. Haag said in the press release, “Champion Fiberglass has experienced tremendous growth over the past few years adding product lines, innovating and growing. We are excited to see Christopher move the company forward with fresh ideas, new initiatives and dynamic leadership.”