Apogee Enterprises Inc. appointed Brent C. Jewell president of Apogee’s Architectural Glass segment. Jewell will succeed Nick C. Longman, who has concurrently been named president of Apogee’s Architectural Framing Systems segment.
What the company says
“This leadership transition comes two years into the execution of Apogee’s new enterprise strategy, over which time the glass and framing systems segments have achieved significant operational and financial improvements,” says CEO Ty R. Silberhorn. “This transition will align Brent and Nick’s leadership strengths with the business needs of the two segments as we continue to advance our strategy. The move will also provide both leaders the opportunity to further their professional development, strengthening the company’s talent bench.”
“I would like to recognize Brent and Nick for the tremendous success that framing systems and glass have achieved under their leadership. This change will provide renewed focus and energy as we build on this record of success, driving continued profitable growth in the years ahead.”
Jewell's experience
Jewell has served as president of Apogee’s Architectural Framing Systems segment since August 2019. He joined Apogee in 2018 as senior vice president, business development and strategy. In that role he led efforts to develop Apogee’s business strategy and was responsible for implementing increased cross-business collaboration to drive top-line growth.
Before joining Apogee, Jewell spent seven years at Valspar where he held senior level positions in their General Industrial Americas and North America Wood Coatings divisions. Before Valspar, he held senior level positions in sales, marketing and general management at NewPage, a leading manufacturer of coated printing and specialty papers.
Longman's career
Longman joined Apogee as president of the Architectural Glass segment in 2021. He came to Apogee with a track record of leading businesses across multiple industries, with experience executing successful growth strategies while driving significant improvements in operational performance.
Before joining Apogee, he was CEO for Harvey Building Products, a manufacturer and distributor of replacement and new construction windows, doors and accessory products. Prior to Harvey, he held functional and businesses leadership roles at Colfax, Rexnord Corporation and Danaher Corporation.
