Perkins Selected for LATICRETE Board

BETHANY, Conn. — LATICRETE elected Jerry Perkins as the newest member to their board of directors last month.

Perkins, formerly the president of Henkel North and South America, Perkins also led that company’s Global General Industry Adhesive business unit.

Perkins’ extensive knowledge of serving across many industries will be used to improve the lives and professional experiences of LATICRETE customers and employees. Prior to joining Henkel’s leadership team, Perkins was a senior marketing executive for Loctite Corp. in Hartford, Conn.

“Jerry comes to LATICRETE with a wealth of strategic experience growing premium value, branded product businesses, and accelerating operational efficiency in global scale businesses using differentiated channels of distribution and digital platforms,” said LATICRETE Chairman David A. Rothberg.

“With his successful track record of leading the acquisition and integration of businesses throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia, I am confident that we will greatly benefit from his expertise as we continue to drive LATICRETE forward.” 

Perkins, a resident of Princeton, N.J., holds a master’s degree in business from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a bachelor’s degree in finance from Central Connecticut State University.

LATICRETE is a leading manufacturer of construction solutions for the building industry covering tile & stone installation and care, masonry installation and care, resinous and decorative floor finishes, concrete construction chemicals, and concrete restoration and care.