NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 15, 2007) — Bridgestone Americas Holding Inc. (BSAH) has made some personnel changes in its finance department, effective March 16.
Ken Weaver, will be corporate controller for BSAH while retaining his responsibilities as vice president of finance for Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire (BFNT).
John Vispo had held the corporate controller post as well as vice president of finance for BSAH. Mr. Vispo will continue in the vice president position, where he is responsible for the firm's overall financial activities.
Tim Walsh, currently working for Bridgestone Europe NV/SA, will be BFNT controller.
“The changes announced today are intended to help us continue to 'build our bench' and recognize both the great value of experience and the opportunity to learn about and take advantage of cross-training and best practices from other parts of the Bridgestone family of companies,” said BSAH CFO Shoji “Sam” Mizuochi.