CHICAGO, Sept. 29, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gold Eagle® Co. ("Gold Eagle"), an industry pioneer of aftermarket fluids and additives and maker of STA-BIL®, HEET® and START YOUR ENGINES!®, today announced the promotion of Tom Bingham to Director of Marketing. Formerly Brand Manager for Gold Eagle, Bingham will now manage the company's marketing department where he will oversee and direct the development and execution of its corporate marketing strategy.
"Tom has demonstrated a strong ability to develop innovative marketing programs for Gold Eagle that elevate our brand presence and create consumer awareness," said Marc Blackman, President and CEO of Gold Eagle Co. "We are honored to have Tom grow with our Company and look forward to the marketing initiatives he will develop as Director of Marketing."
Bingham joined Gold Eagle in 2007 because of its strong brands, family-oriented operations, wealth of executive talent and interest in the automotive industry. Prior to that, he served as Product Manager for ACCO Brands where he was in charge of marketing and development of select products, including its Apollo brand. He has also served as Product Manager at Echo Incorporated and Product Planner for Panasonic. Bingham received a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Illinois and Master of Science in Industrial Administration from Purdue University.
"Over the past five years, I've learned so much from Gold Eagle's smart leadership team and technical staff, and we've worked hard to build strong relationships with our customers to better understand and meet their needs," said Tom Bingham, Director of Marketing for Gold Eagle. "I'm looking forward to spearheading the company's marketing initiatives and driving Gold Eagle's continued growth, evolution and success after nearly 80 years in business."
About Gold Eagle Co.
For almost 80 years Gold Eagle® Co. has been an industry pioneer in the production and distribution of aftermarket fluids and additives. We create products that help preserve, protect and enhance the performance of engines everywhere. We are a leader in the product development, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of branded engine performance and maintenance chemicals. Privately held and headquartered in Chicago, Gold Eagle Co. is the manufacturer of leading brands, including STA-BIL® Fuel Stabilizer, HEET® Gas-Line Antifreeze, NO-LEAK® Treatments, 104 ® Octane Boost, Start Your Engines® and DieselPower!® Diesel Additives. To view our complete line of Gold Eagle products or to learn more about the Company please visit www.goldeagle.com or call us at 800-621-1251.
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