Vibrantz Technologies expands executive team with three strategic leadership appointments

Houston, January 23, 2026 – Vibrantz Technologies today announced three executive leadership appointments: Doug Owenby to the newly created role of chief operations officer (COO) and John Paul (JP) Blanchard as president of Advanced Materials, both effective January 26, 2026; and Justin (JD) Bowlin as chief human resources & communications officer, effective February 2, 2026. These strategic appointments underscore the company’s commitment to operational excellence and long-term growth.

The creation of the COO position marks a key step in Vibrantz’s leadership evolution as the company scales a global platform spanning advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings. Partnering closely with business leaders, Owenby will drive execution discipline and consistent operating standards across Vibrantz’s worldwide manufacturing and innovation network. In parallel, Bowlin will lead Vibrantz’s HR and communications functions, and Blanchard will oversee the Advanced Materials segment, reinforcing leadership depth across people, communications and portfolio execution.

“We are entering the next phase of execution at Vibrantz,” said Mike King, president and CEO. “With these appointments, we are building a leadership team with the operational rigor, commercial vision and industry expertise needed to support our long-term growth. Doug, JP and JD are proven leaders who understand how to drive value in complex global environments, and I am confident they will help us continue driving operational excellence and delivering for our customers.”

Owenby joins Vibrantz with more than three decades of industrial leadership experience. Most recently, he served as chief operations officer at Pactiv Evergreen Inc., where he led global manufacturing, supply chain and procurement functions. Throughout his career, Owenby has specialized in implementing operating systems that strengthen safety, quality and delivery performance in complex global environments.

Blanchard brings deep experience leading industrial businesses and shifting commodity businesses into high-growth, specialty-focused portfolios. He previously served as president and CEO of Brickworks North America and has held senior leadership roles at U.S. Silica and EP Minerals, where he helped drive operational improvements and execute strategic growth priorities.

Bowlin joins Vibrantz with extensive experience leading human resources and communications for manufacturing-focused organizations. Most recently, he served as chief human resources & communications officer at Pactiv Evergreen, where he led enterprise HR strategy and communications. Prior to that, Bowlin led HR for the Global Operations organization at The Kraft Heinz Company, supporting frontline and leadership teams across complex, multi-site environments.

About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life. Our technologies improve the functionality, safety and/or aesthetics of products across an array of applications and make their way into myriad consumer products. With key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology, Vibrantz has leading positions in specialty mineral and chemical additives for batteries, electronic components, agriculture and construction; pigments for paints and coatings, thermoset plastics and thermoplastics; and high-performance glass coatings and porcelain enamel solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company employs approximately 4,500 people and operates in 55 manufacturing sites across six continents. Visit vibrantz.com to learn more.