AKRON — Goodyear has promoted Ryan Waldron to vice president, global off-highway businesses, with responsibility for leading the company's global aviation and off-the-road (OTR) segments.
Mr. Waldron is a 16-year Goodyear veteran who most recently was a vice president in Goodyear's Americas region responsible for strategy and business development.
"Ryan has a deep understanding of our business, and his proven track record of capitalizing on growth and industry leadership opportunities will serve us well in these important global off-highway segments," Steve McClellan, president, Goodyear Americas, said.
Since joining Goodyear in 2003, Mr. Waldron has held a variety of leadership positions across the company, including in its North America supply chain and consumer businesses, as well as its global OTR and off-highway businesses.
"I am excited to return to off-highway and build on the knowledge and experiences I had there earlier in my career," Mr. Waldron said.
"These businesses present great growth opportunities for Goodyear, and I look forward to working with the team to build our brand and position in both aviation and OTR."