MEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 8, 2026--
RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) today announced the election of Jeffrey D. Rowe to its board of directors. Mr. Rowe joins RPM's 11 other directors who were elected to RPM's board of directors at today’s annual meeting of stockholders. Mr. Rowe's addition to the board of directors reflects RPM's ongoing commitment to expanding the expertise and leadership capabilities of its board as the company continues to drive long-term growth and shareholder value.
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Mr. Rowe currently serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM), where he oversees the company's three business units, four regions and its global operations, R&D and sustainability functions. He is a member of ADM's Executive Council. His background overseeing large-scale industrial, supply and commercial operations around the world brings valuable insight as RPM continues to expand its global operations and execute its long-term growth strategy.
Prior to joining ADM, Mr. Rowe served as Chief Executive Officer of Syngenta Group, one of the world's leading agricultural technology companies, where he led efforts to advance sustainable farming and AI-powered innovation. He previously spent more than two decades at DuPont Pioneer, holding executive leadership roles spanning strategic planning, biotech affairs and regulatory, legal and supply management.
Mr. Rowe earned a bachelor’s degree in agriculture business from Iowa State University, a J.D. from Drake University Law School and a TRIUM Global Executive MBA from a joint program of the NYU Stern School of Business, the London School of Economics and HEC Paris. He will serve on RPM's governance and nominating committee.
“We are very pleased to welcome Jeff to the RPM board of directors,” said Frank C. Sullivan, RPM Chairman and CEO. “Jeff's extensive global leadership experience and deep operational expertise across manufacturing, supply chain and innovation bring tremendous value to our board. His proven track record of driving growth in complex international businesses aligns with our strategic goals, and we look forward to his insights as we continue to drive long-term growth and deliver value for our shareholders.”
About RPM
RPM International Inc. owns subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. The company operates across three reportable segments: consumer, construction products and performance coatings. RPM has a diverse portfolio of market-leading brands, including Rust-Oleum, DAP, Zinsser, Varathane, The Pink Stuff, Stonhard, Carboline, FinishWorks, Tremco, Euclid Chemical, Dryvit and Nudura. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM’s brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world. The company employs approximately 17,500 individuals worldwide. Visit www.RPMinc.com to learn more.
For more information, contact Matt Schlarb, Vice President – Investor Relations & Sustainability, at 330-220-6064 or mschlarb@rpminc.com.
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Several explosions were heard in the Saudi capital on Thursday, including one at the Riyadh airport that halted flights, a witness said. Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis claimed the blast came from one of their ballistic missiles.
Meanwhile, Britain says it demoted its consulate in east Jerusalem to a mission and that 20 diplomats will leave the country and Israel honored six passengers on the Sept. 30 FlyDubai flight that the co-pilot tried to crash as heroes.
Here is the latest news from the Middle East on Thursday. Read our full coverage here.
A witness says several explosions were heard in Riyadh on Thursday, including a large blast at the city’s international airport.
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in neighboring Yemen claimed the new attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, saying a ballistic missile caused damage. They provided no evidence, and the Saudis had no immediate comment about the claim.
Fire and ambulance crews were deployed and smoke was visible, the witness said.
The witness said that outgoing flights were halted, and that passengers were instructed to evacuate the airport. It was not immediately clear how many flights were disrupted, but the witness said the terminal was crowded with passengers and that people were instructed to leave all checked-in luggage behind.
The witness spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to the media.
— By Josef Federman
Britain said it had reached an agreement with Israel's government to downgrade its consulate in east Jerusalem, and a small team of diplomats will continue to operate in what will now be known as the U.K. Mission.
Israel's government said last month it would close the consulate in response to the United Kingdom banning trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said in a statement that the consulate had “ceased to function as a consulate.” He said 20 British diplomats will leave Israel, and that the building will continue to operate with seven diplomats engaged in limited activity.
“Israel will no longer turn its cheek to diplomatic attacks against it," he said.
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband denied the building will close. Miliband said the seven diplomats remaining at the U.K. Mission will continue to work with Palestinians, but gave no details. The U.K. said based on the current agreement, it would not take reciprocal action such as expelling Israeli diplomats from London.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog honored six passengers Thursday for helping save lives aboard a FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Sept. 30.
Officials said a co-pilot on the plane attacked the captain and tried to crash the flight. The wounded captain managed to open the cockpit door, allowing a group of passengers and crew members to take control and land safely.
The six passengers received the Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism at a ceremony in Jerusalem.
“By following the example of today’s honorees and heroes, we can make our world a safer place,” Herzog said.
Zvika Manes said his daughters’ cries prompted him to act. “Every father and every parent, when they hear that cry, acts without thinking to try to save lives,” he said.
The other recipients were Tali Manes, Yaniv Hayoun, Dr. Shota Musayev, Asaf Rajuan and Or Pardilov.
The Trump administration on Thursday sanctioned 17 tankers it accuses the Iranian government of relying on to move billions of dollars worth of oil and gas to foreign markets. The U.S. Treasury actions are the latest push as part of Washington’s punishing economic campaign against Tehran.
“Treasury is starving the tyrannical regime in Tehran of the money it uses to wage war in the region, and we will continue exposing those who enable the regime’s oil sales,” U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a news release.
The U.S. has alleged that the tankers are part of a shadow network helping to fund Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard and its armed proxies in the region.
At least 81 U.S. military aircraft and drones have been lost or damaged in the war with Iran, according to a Congressional Research Service report updated this week.
The downed aircraft include what the military has publicly acknowledged as lost — like those destroyed as part of the rescue mission to recover two downed aviators in Iran — as well as dozens of drones that the military has refused to discuss.
The report says that among the 81 damaged or destroyed aircraft were 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, 12 F-15E Strike Eagle jets, seven KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refueling aircraft and an F-35A Lightning II fighter jet.
The British military said late Wednesday that several projectiles struck a tanker off the coast of Qatar, causing multiple casualties.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Center said the attack took place in the Persian Gulf, north of the city of Madinat ash Shamal, on the northern tip of Qatar.
The U.K. military did not identify the tanker and did not provide any details about the casualties. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack and no comment from Qatar.
This report will be updated throughout the day as new developments emerge.
Barricades block the main road leading to British Consulate after the sign outside the consulate was taken down, in east Jerusalem, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean)
A car enters the British Consulate after the sign outside the consulate was taken down, in east Jerusalem, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean)
A mosque's minaret and buildings are seen in the West Bank village of Abu Dis behind the Israel's separation wall near Jerusalem, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Leo Correa)
