Feb. 9, 2010 (Business Wire) -- Celanese Corporation (NYSE:CE), a leading, global chemical company, today announced that Mark Oberle has been named senior vice president – Corporate Affairs. In addition to retaining oversight for investor relations, global communications and government affairs, Oberle will assume responsibility for the company’s strategy development process, including regional oversight for Europe and Asia.
Oberle joined Celanese in April 2005 as vice president, investor relations and assumed overall responsibility for global communications and public affairs in 2006. Prior to joining Celanese, Oberle was director of investor relations for Navistar International Corporation where he served in a variety of financial and commercial roles. He began his career with KPMG as a management consultant after earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration from Bradley University.
As a global leader in the chemicals industry, Celanese Corporation makes products essential to everyday living. Our products, found in consumer and industrial applications, are manufactured in North America, Europe and Asia. Net sales totaled $5.1 billion in 2009, with approximately 73% generated outside of North America. Known for operational excellence and execution of its business strategies, Celanese delivers value to customers around the globe with innovations and best-in-class technologies. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company employs approximately 7,400 employees worldwide. For more information on Celanese Corporation, please visit the company's website at www.celanese.com.
