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Paul Tonnesen Appointed As Chief Executive Officer of Petmate, Succeeding Alice Tillett

PRIVATEApr 30, 2024•about 2 years ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Petmate®

Paul Tonnesen
ArlingtonAnimal FeedPet

Description

Paul Tonnesen has been named Chief Executive Officer of Petmate, taking over from Alice Tillett, who retires after a decade of strong leadership and growth. Ms. Tillett will remain in a consulting capacity to ensure a smooth transition of leadership.

Company Information

Company

Petmate®

Location

Arlington, Texas, United States

About

Petmate, headquartered in Arlington, Texas, is passionate about providing fun, trusted quality products worldwide to enhance the lives of pets and their families. The company's vision, to be the worldwide leader of solutions and excellence in the pet industry, encapsulates its commitment to deliver award-winning, innovative ideas daily to each of its product categories including bedding, kennels, dog houses, feeding and watering products, litter maintenance products, toys, collars, leads, travel, and more.

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