Michelman adds Hyperion CEO Ron Voigt to board

Michelman appointed Ron Voigt, CEO of Hyperion Materials & Technologies, to its Board of Directors as the company pushes further into global markets. The move brings added experience in industrial growth, manufacturing, and commercial strategy to support Michelman’s expansion.

Why it matters: - Michelman is adding board-level leadership with deep experience in global industrial businesses as it expands internationally. - Voigt’s background in materials science, manufacturing, commercial strategy, and employee engagement matches Michelman’s growth priorities. - The appointment adds oversight as Michelman works across coatings, packaging, fibers, and composites markets.

What happened: - Michelman appointed Ron Voigt to its Board of Directors. - Voigt is chief executive officer of Hyperion Materials & Technologies, a global materials science company focused on advanced hard and super-hard materials for industrial applications. - Michelman announced the appointment on Aug. 27, 2026.

The details: - Voigt has led Hyperion since 2018. - Hyperion’s growth under Voigt has included operational investment, new technologies, and acquisitions, with a continued focus on employee engagement. - Before Hyperion, Voigt was president of X-Rite Pantone, commercial president of Tektronix, and president of industrial automation at Kollmorgen. - Earlier in his career, Voigt held roles at Delphi Automotive Systems and General Motors. - His most recent role before moving into broader leadership was divisional vice president and business unit director of the steering business unit within Delphi Steering. - Michelman said Voigt’s experience will support the company as it expands into new markets and applications. - Steve Shifman, executive chairman of Michelman’s board, said Voigt brings perspective on growth and organizational change. - Voigt said Michelman’s engineered solutions, global reach, and focus on People, Planet, and Profit made the board role a logical extension of his career. - Voigt also said he was impressed by the candor of Michelman’s board and leadership team. - Michelman thanked Voigt and said the company looks forward to his contributions.

Between the lines: - The board appointment signals Michelman wants added experience in scaling industrial businesses while maintaining operational discipline. - Voigt’s mix of manufacturing, commercial, and leadership roles suggests Michelman is prioritizing both growth and execution. - The company is also reinforcing its message that performance improvement and continuous improvement are central to its next phase.

What's next: - Voigt will join Michelman’s board as the company continues to grow internationally. - Michelman is expected to lean on his experience as it pursues new markets, applications, and operational improvements. - The company’s global footprint in North America, Europe, and Asia suggests the board role will support broader commercial and manufacturing decisions.

The bottom line: - Michelman is bringing in a seasoned industrial executive to help guide expansion, improve performance, and strengthen its global strategy.