IMCD Group appoints Vlad Miller as President for United States operations
Miller’s promotion is part of a broader set of leadership developments at IMCD and within the speciality chemicals distribution sector.
USA – Speciality chemicals distributor IMCD Group has named Vlad Miller as President for the United States, with the appointment taking effect on 1 August 2026.
In his new capacity, Miller will concentrate on advancing commercial and operational performance throughout IMCD’s U.S. operations, strengthening ties with both customers and suppliers, and building on the solid groundwork already established by the local team.
Miller has been with IMCD’s U.S. operation since 2018, initially joining as Vice President of Finance.
His responsibilities were broadened in 2022 to include Operations, giving him oversight of both financial and operational functions across the U.S. business.
Most recently, he steered the U.S. market on an interim basis for five months prior to being confirmed in the permanent role.
Andreas Igerl, President Americas and Chief Commercial Officer, IMCD, stated,”Vlad knows IMCD in the US inside out: its people, its partners, and what it takes to grow here.”
“The past five months have shown his commercial and business acumen, and I am confident he and the team will keep building on that strong foundation.”
Before moving into speciality chemicals distribution, Miller built his career in banking and finance, holding senior finance positions at Sherwin-Williams.
He holds a Master of Science in Financial Management from the University of London and a Bachelor’s degree in Management, Finance and Economics from Case Western Reserve University.
Miller said he is “genuinely excited” about the opportunities ahead, crediting the U.S. team for much of the progress achieved to date.
He emphasized that his focus will be on close collaboration with the team, as well as with customers and suppliers, to sustain growth and ensure partners receive the full value of IMCD’s capabilities.
IMCD H1 FY26 financial highlight
IMCD recently reported first-half 2026 results showing revenue of EUR 2,638 million, up 7% year-on-year and 11% on a constant currency basis, reflecting growth supported by both organic momentum and recent acquisitions.
Gross profit rose 3% to EUR 658 million, or 7% higher on a constant currency basis, while operating EBITA increased 4% to EUR 285 million, equivalent to an 8% gain when adjusted for currency movements.
Free cash flow strengthened by 29% to EUR 222 million from EUR 173 million in the first half of 2025, and cash earnings per share improved to EUR 3.18 from EUR 2.94 in the prior-year period.
CEO Marcus Jordan described the first half as positive, pointing to organic growth in gross profit and EBITA alongside stronger free cash flow generation, and emphasized continued investment in commercial, operational and digital excellence initiatives to deepen long-term partnerships with customers and suppliers.
The company highlighted the completion of two acquisitions during the period, Dong Yang FT in South Korea and Willows Ingredients in Ireland and the United Kingdom, and noted a signed agreement to acquire Merit Solution in Thailand, underscoring its strategy to expand geographic reach and technical capabilities.
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