New Leadership at Husky Technologies

Husky Technologies announced today that longtime CEO John Galt will transition to the role of chairman and Husky COO Bradley Selleck will become CEO, effective Oct. 1.

Husky said the transition is the culmination of a carefully orchestrated plan focused on building a world-class management team, fostering and embracing their capabilities, and optimizing the company’s human capital as it enters the next chapter. It is a calculated step that not only positions Husky for future growth, but also ensures continuity and stability through the transition.

Transition years in the making

“John has been preparing the company for this for several years and I commend him and the team for taking such a thoughtful and deliberate approach,” said Louis Samson, co-president of Platinum Equity, the Beverly Hills–based private equity firm that owns Husky Technologies. “Brad is a uniquely talented executive and key architect of the company’s current operating model. He has made a material and multi-faceted contribution to Husky since joining approximately three years ago and has proven beyond any doubt that he’s up to the task and ready to take the reins.”

Galt joined Husky in 1985 and was appointed CEO in 2005. For nearly four decades he has played a pivotal role growing the business from its early days as a founder-led creative enterprise into a global industrial leader, said Husky in the announcement. 

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“Leading Husky has been one of the greatest honors of my career,” said Galt. “Over the last 19 years as CEO, I have seen this company evolve into a global leader, driven by our relentless pursuit of innovation and our commitment to making a positive impact on the world.”

Growth built on continuity

Galt said Selleck’s appointment reflects Husky’s continued commitment to its strategic priorities, ensuring continuity while positioning the company for future growth.

Selleck joined Husky in 2022 with more than 25 years of leadership experience in operations, supply chain, and quality as an executive for large-scale global industrial organizations. As CEO, he will continue to focus on executing strategic priorities, emphasizing profitable growth, sustainability, innovation, and customer success, said Husky.

In his role as chairman, Galt will continue to serve as an advocate for advancing sustainability practices across the industry and be available to the leadership team to assist with customer and investor relations, as well as advanced product development, according to Husky.