Taylor Technologies Changes Hands

A new CEO will purchase the test-kit maker after the untimely passing of its former CEO.

Stephen Heard

Stephen Heard

After more than 27 years with Lonza Group, Stephen Heard is filling the position of CEO at Taylor Technologies.

Heard will purchase the organization and assumes the role after the untimely passing of Alex Wooden, Taylor’s former CEO, earlier this year.

Heard recently served as the global business unit head at Lonza, where he led the pro channel teams on a global basis for recreational water. During his tenure, he has worked in nearly every business discipline, including sales, sales management, manufacturing, supply chain, business management, mergers and acquisitions, and strategy.

About the Author

Dana Robinson

Dana Robinson is a frequent freelancer for Pool and Spa News and Aquatics International after previously having served as senior editor for both publications. A Los Angeles-based writer, she's created content for a number of trade and consumer publications throughout her editorial career.

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