Looney named president of United Central
United Central Industrial Supply Company announced that Henry E. Looney has been promoted to president.
Looney joined United Central in 1979 and has held the positions of vice president of purchasing, vice president of materials management and most recently served as United Central’s senior vice president of sales and marketing. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in economics and business from King College and is an Abingdon, Va., resident.
“I am confident in Henry’s ability to take United Central to the next level,” said Darrell H. Cole, president and CEO of the recently formed United Distribution Group. “His loyalty and dedication to United Central is unparalleled. Henry’s knowledge of the mining supply distribution industry is extensive and his reputation among our customers, vendor partners and his peers is one of honesty and integrity. He is respected by all our dedicated employees and I am sure they will join me in wishing him the best in his new endeavor.”
“I am looking forward to continuing United Central’s 38 year legacy of superior service to our customers and vendor partners and to growing our business; both organically and through continued strategic acquisitions,” said Looney.
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