Kyle Chapman promoted to president of Barry-Wehmiller; Michael Monarchi joins as chief financial officer
Strategic leadership moves set organization up for planned growth while strengthening culture
Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc. has promoted Kyle Chapman to president, joining his father, CEO and board chairman Robert Chapman, in leadership of the 135-year-old, $3 billion-plus global manufacturing and engineering solutions firm. As Kyle steps into his new role after serving as Barry-Wehmiller’s interim chief financial officer for much of 2020, the organization welcomes Michael Monarchi as chief financial officer.
“This is a unique two-generation opportunity to leverage my 51 years of experience and Kyle’s skills and 20 years of private equity and operating experience, with both Bank of America and BW Forsyth Partners, to steward the lives of our 12,000 team members and shape Barry-Wehmiller’s next two decades,” said Bob. “The blend of our experience and skills creates a powerful partnership, as we continue to validate that you can create economic and human value when you embrace the principles of our Truly Human Leadership culture.”