Jaime Irick

Jaime Irick is widely recognized for his dynamic leadership and ability to drive transformation in large organizations. Most recently, he served as CEO of Pittsburgh Paints Company, where he led the successful $2 billion separation of the business from PPG Industries to private equity ownership. Under his guidance, the company maintained its status as a top provider of paints, stains, caulks, and building products across the United States and Canada, reaching customers through hundreds of company-owned stores and a vast network of retailers.

Jaime’s business career is defined by a series of high-impact roles that demonstrate his expertise in growth strategy, operational excellence, and team building. After joining PPG in 2019, he advanced through senior roles to become Senior Vice President of both the Architectural Coatings divisions for the U.S. and Canada, as well as Global Traffic Solutions, managing a combined business of over $3 billion and more than 7,000 employees.