The site received 20,702 total hits, registering orders for or downloads of more than 10,000 brochures, 3,700 wallet cards, 2,700 posters, 47 printer-ready CDs in 11 different languages, and 200 employee videos.Objective 2 - Communicate value and benefits of merger to both internal and external stakeholders.Key messages stressing the mergers benefits were delivered via the Intranet to 125,000 employees within hours. 457 F. Supp. The smelter closed in 2001. The company also announced that employment would once again be reduced by 12 percent to cut costs. [3], Reynolds Metals became known for the consumer product Reynolds Wrap foil, as well as for developing and promoting new uses for aluminum. Alcoa Corporation (an acronym for Aluminum Company of America) is a Pittsburgh-based industrial corporation.It is the world's eighth-largest producer of aluminum. After spending several years in the tobacco business working for his uncle, R.S. Included were the first aluminum drill pipe in 1960 and the first aluminum beverage can in 1963, both successful. The RMC facility was placed on the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) Registry of Inactive Hazardous Waste Sites in 1987. Kelly Thomas joined Alcoa as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer on February 14, 2022. When the merger was approved, 300 key communicators from both companies in 36 countries around the world could access, with the click of a mouse, merger communications kits and order a wide selection of collateral and materials for customized distribution to employees and other audiences. The city of Cornwall, Ontario, is two miles north of the facility, and the . However, when Reynolds Metals developed the world's first aluminum submarine, the Aluminaut, the experimental product participated in a key rescue. Current work at the former Reynolds Metals Company site in the 4000 block of Industrial Way is not the cleanup efforts, but the demolition of buildings by the current company to make way for future projects, as well as nearby routine power pole replacements by the local utilities district. History; Headquarters; Consumer products; References; Further reading; External links learn how over 7,000 companies got started! By repurposing military by-products into consumer goods, aluminum was now being marketed for its decorative appeal as well, creating a product of both functional and eye-catching qualities. Prior to assuming this role, Jeff was Group Counsel for Alcoa Global Primary Products from 2010 to 2014. In 1981, the company expanded its recycling capacity with two more facilities. 12/31/1982. Reynolds expanded its holdings worldwide, and in 1953 the company organized Reynolds International, Inc. in an effort to consolidate and further expand foreign operations. In 2019, Renato completed the Advanced Management Program 196 at Harvard University. Privacy Policy. Alcoa purchased the land from Reynolds Metals that year. Chicago Mercantile Association: Certain market data is the property of Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. and its licensors. rardttir, R., "Aluminum production waste mapping - A case study of the Icelandic aluminum industry," 30 ECTS thesis, School of Engineering and Natural Sciences University of Iceland . Here's a rundown on a combined Alcoa-Reynolds Metals and the terms of Alcoa's agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice. You did a masterful job of coordinating this project and have been a major contributor throughout. As a reflection of the recessionary times, salaries were frozen and salaried employees were not given pay raises. Alcoa has acquired 25 companies. In 1976 David P. Reynolds, also known for his involvement in Thoroughbred horse racing, took over as president. R.S. Disappointing sales in 1996, due to low aluminum prices and lower demand for some of its products, led to yet another company restructuring. Though he failed in his effort to buy the company, losing out to metals giant Alcoa Inc., Lynch is back in the news again. Furthermore, the company noted that as more and more aluminum is used in automobiles, appliances, building products, packaging items, foil and foil products, and other household goods, there will be more metals entering the recycling stream. In tribute, Reynolds donated $1 million to Meals on Wheels. The company recycles more cans than it produces. [14], Last edited on 13 February 2023, at 05:05, Reynolds Metals Company International Headquarters, "European Commission OKs Alcoa-Reynolds deal", "Pactiv Evergreen Inc. 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Dow Jones: The Dow Jones branded indices are proprietary to and are calculated, distributed and marketed by DJI Opco, a subsidiary of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC and have been licensed for use to S&P Opco, LLC and CNN. Reynolds also produces plastic products which are primarily used in its packaging and consumer products businesses. They downloaded fact sheets, newsletter articles, and employee benefits Q&A to help them communicate to employees. 1919 - 2000. 19. Bill serves on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Manufacturers, the largest industrial trade association in the U.S. and the nations most influential advocate for manufacturing. Annual sales: $21 billion. Bill is a member of the Alcoa Executive Team, which sets strategy for the Company. In 1973 a Reynolds unit pleaded guilty to charges of importing ores from Rhodesia, in violation of U.S. government sanctions against the country at the time. Aluminaut's assistance enabled Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution to continue operating its submersible. By providing your email address, you are providing consent to Alcoa to send you the requested Investor Email Alert updates. Messages focused on the strengths, histories and values of both companies, and included prepared articles for use in plant publications, to customizable letters for community leaders. All Rights Reserved.Terms Prior to assuming her current position in February 2023, Molly was Senior Vice President and Controller for Alcoa Corporation, responsible for the Financial Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, and Country Controllership teams from November 2019 to February 2023. East Plant 50th Anniversary Reynolds 1959-Alcoa 2009 June 14, 1957 Ground is broken for the Reynolds Metals Company St. Lawrence Reduction Plant. Wiki User 2008-09-19 16 . Previously at Alcoa Inc., Bill served as Chief Operating Officer for Alcoa Global Primary Products (GPP) responsible for day-to-day operations of its five businesses mining, refining, smelting, casting and energy. You must click the activation link in order to complete your subscription. In 1995, NYSDEC issued a ROD amendment calling for off-site disposal of highly contaminated soils and sediments and on-site disposal of lesser contaminated soils and sediments. its acquisition of Reynolds As a leading manufacturer of composite material, pre-painted heavy-gauge aluminum and bonded sheets, we define skylines all over the world with distinctive building faades. The Reynolds Metals Company capitalized on the persuasive power of aluminum, by re-inventing it in such popular post-war campaigns as "The House of Ease," and "Do-It-Yourself!" [1] After serving as a key material for World War II aircraft frames and ship infrastructures, Reynolds Metals aluminum was re-cast from military to domestic use Aluminum production resumed from 1998 to 2000. . Reynolds Metals Superfund Site (Alcoa East) The Reynolds Metals Corporation (RMC) Site includes a portion of the St. Lawrence River that borders the RMC facility, The recently-shuttered RMC aluminum production plant is located on the St. Lawrence River, approximately eight miles east of the village of Massena, New York. Reynolds Group Holdings become Pactiv Evergreen through an IPO in 2020. The ads were designed to reinforce the key messages of the global communications materials, boost employee pride and send a message of optimism to Wall Street. The increased demand for foil was the result of the ever-increasing public appetite for cigarettes, the demand for which was so great that it created constant shortages of foil used for packaging. Gaines said Northwest Alloys is keeping its critical infrastructure around areas like its road sand dock, as well as rail loading and unloading areas and storage silos. Large quantities of wastes were generated by the plant during the production of aluminum. By 1988 Reynolds had cut the number of employees by one-third and reduced by almost 25 percent its production costs, reversing the drain on company profits. She is responsible for the Companys finance functions, corporate development, and the global Information Technology and Automated Solutions functions. Controlling Company ALCOA CORPORATION Alternative Names. As part of this role, he oversaw the Alcoa Foundation, one of the largest corporate foundations in the U.S. During his Alcoa career, Roy has held a variety of operating and financial assignments across the U.S., Europe and Latin America. Renato graduated from So Paulo University (Brazil) in 2000, with a degree in Electrical Engineering, and earned a Master of Business Administration degree from IbMec University (Brazil) in 2004. Alcoa works with Pittsburgh Brewing's iconic Iron City Beer brand to launch the first aluminum bottle to the North American beer industry. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Alcoa successfully completes the installation of press filtration technology for bauxite residue at its Poos de Caldas refinery in Brazil. He also purchased strategic raw material for the Latin American smelters and refineries and was responsible for Latin America primary metal sales. Prior to the separation of Alcoa Inc. into two independent, publicly-traded companies, Jeff served as Assistant General Counsel for Alcoa Inc. and as an Assistant Officer of the company. Reynolds, Jr. was named the company's new president in 1948. 201 Isabella Street As a fully integrated manufactuer, distributor, and marketer of primary and value-added fabricated aluminum products, the company operates 100 manufacturing facilities in 24 nations. Reynolds Wrap was first made by a Reynolds Metals Company division, Reynolds Packaging, a business created to supply aluminum foil for packaging tobacco. 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way During the 1920s most foil for packaging was made of lead and tin alloys. Alcoa wraps up Reynolds. Renato serves on the board of directors of The Tull Family Theater, a nonprofit, film-based arts organization in the northwest region of Pittsburgh. He had also previously served as a board member of AlcoaPrevi, the Alcoa employees pension fund in Brazil. . In early 2010 all pay was unfrozen. The company is first incorporated as The Pittsburgh Reduction Company and opens a pilot production facility on Smallman Street. Customer Service. Before the ink . Reynolds Metals Company appeals from a class-certification order obtained by the plaintiffs in this case, who are former salaried employees of Reynolds ("the plaintiff employees"). Found 91 colleagues at Reynolds Metals Co Inc. In 1989 the company acquired an interest in the Fata European Group in Italy, a company with strong ties to and business experience in Eastern Bloc countries. As Assistant General Counsel, Jeff was responsible for the management and integration of the international legal functions of the company in Russia, China, Europe, Australia and Latin America. Even with smaller cans, recycling them and other aluminum products was achieving record levels. The company has developed new process technologies in aluminum-lithium casting, electromagnetic casting, and various techniques in automation. In 2008, Roy was named to the prestigious Young Global Leaders Program of the World Economic Forum. Reynolds/Alcoa will begin negotiations for consent decree with EPA and DEQ in January 2007. Hart later closed five other plants within Reynolds. In 2010, he was named Corporate Finance Manager in Sao Paulo, leading the corporate controllership, corporate treasury, capital expenditure and internal control areas for Latin America and Caribbean region. In 2007, he became plant manager for the San Ciprin smelter in Spain, and a year later he was named Director of Finance and Business Integration for GPP Europe. Find out what works well at Reynolds Metals/Alcoa from the people who know best. Alcoa Inc. and Reynolds Metals Company announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice and the European Union have approved their proposed merger and . The Reynolds Metals Corporation (RMC) Site includes a portion of the St. Lawrence River that borders the RMC facility, The recently-shuttered RMC aluminum production plant is located on the St. Lawrence River, approximately eight miles east of the village of Massena, New York. Trying to buy Reynolds Metals out from under Alcoa. Northwest Alloys does not produce aluminum in Longview. 1000683 American Standard Manufacturing Co. Chicago. There was a problem saving your notification. Reynolds Wrap, the company's well-known household aluminum foil, was introduced in 1947. She also served as Director, Global Procurement Center of Excellence and earlier was Manager, North America Financial Accounting Services. The Reynolds Metals site was the location of a primary aluminum reduction plant where alumina from bauxite ore was converted to aluminum. In 1940 Reynolds Metals began mining bauxite (aluminum ore) in Bauxite, Arkansas and opened its first aluminum plant near Sheffield, Alabama, the following year. This technology reduces carbon emissions, due to the lower use of disposal area, lower water accumulation and, consequently, lower energy consumption utilized for bauxite residue management. More than 5 million people in 56 markets heard the news through the VNR broadcast.More than 9 million readers saw advertisements in the Wall St Journal, USA Today and other media.No matter how many balls I tossed into the air, they were always caught. The Port, which had spent years lobbying Reynolds and Alcoa to start the cleanup quickly, bought the 700-acre site from Alcoa for $17.3 million. An aluminum smelter and cable mill ran on the property for almost 60 years, leaving contaminants like fluoride and cyanide in the soil, the state says. PRovoke Media picks out 15 people from the marketing communications and PR worlds who are worth keep Three years of dramatic instability suggested a more downbeat Davos, but public relations pros will Intelligence and insight from across the PR world. Richard S. Reynolds Jr. succeeded his father as president in 1948 and under his leadership, the company underwent a major expansion with operations extended to countries around the world such as Venezuela and the Philippines. She left Alcoa in 1998 to work for Harris Teeter, a grocery store chain in the southeastern United States, where she managed all customer relations, media and employee communications. Alcoa purchased the land from Reynolds Metals that year. Their plan did not work. Reynolds's research had helped develop technology for the manufacture of aluminum automobile drive shafts and radiators. She previously served as Director of Communications, Global Primary Products for Alcoa Inc., where she directed public affairs, media relations, crisis communication, and stakeholder engagement. Reynolds was sold to Alcoa in 2000, five years after Mr. Reynolds stepped down from its board. Content Protected Copyright 2023 NRDAR. Akwesasne, NY 13655 Today, crews are razing buildings to prepare the property for development. In this role, Jeff has overall responsibility for Alcoas legal, compliance, and governance matters globally. Chat Now Send Inquiry; . 1978) June 6, 1978. The plant covered 80 acres, surrounded by 700 acres which was also owned by the Reynolds Metals Company. Though known for most of its post-war existence as Reynolds Metals, the plant was owned by Alcoa at both the beginning and the end of its sixty-year life. All rights reserved. The latter site was selected because the Reynolds plant plays an important role in the community of Massena and its economy. In addition to responsibility for global treasury activities, Renato also had accountability for Alcoas Corporate Development function, which included evaluating the best uses of the companys capital, sourcing and executing transactions on acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures. Reynolds developed aluminum siding for the booming postwar housing market. REYNOLDS METALS COMPANY FOUNDATION (Delaware (US), 24 Jul 1978 - ) REYNOLDS METALS COMPANY, LLC (Delaware (US), 18 Jul 1928 - ) Most stock quote data provided by BATS. United States of America, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Executive Vice President and Chief External Affairs Officer, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Lauder Institute International MBA program. Reynolds Metals developed other, less well-known products; not all became commercially viable, such as an aluminum bus developed with Rohr Industries, a 12 foot aluminum utility boat, and other aluminum motor vehicles.,[6][7] The aluminum vehicles were surpassed in weight and cost by steel, plastics and fiberglass. The former Reynolds Metals Company International Headquarters building is in Henrico County, Virginia, near Richmond. Prior to joining Alcoa, Kelly was with Vista Metals Corp, as the Vice President, Finance. These ads were available to key communicators via the Intranet site for use in local newspapers in the communities where Alcoa and Reynolds Metals plants are located.EVALUATIONObjective 1 - Deliver timely, accurate information to employees through 300 key communicators Key communicators visited the Intranet site during 562 user sessions double the objective. 673 0 obj <> endobj AZ USA. In Pittsburgh, Alcoa founder Charles Martin Hall finds experienced, hard-working visionary backers (led by Captain Alfred E. Hunt) for his aluminum reduction (electrolysis) discovery. 12% of Reynolds Metals Company employees are Hispanic or Latino. Alcoa Inc., the world's largest aluminum concern, cleared U.S. and European antitrust hurdles and completed its acquisition of Reynolds Metals Co., the world's third-largest aluminum company, in a . Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Later, the company produced aluminum vehicle parts and hull submarines. Alcoa's growing influence in the aluminum industry. In 1924, U.S. Foil purchased the manufacturer of Eskimo Pies, which were wrapped in foil. Major hazardous substances of concern include polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), aluminum, cyanide, fluoride, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) from electrical equipment. Video Vision Camera crews filmed Day One events, enabling Ketchum to generate managed media coverage and produce a merger video that was distributed for employee screenings. U.S. v. Alcoa and Reynolds Metals. During its use by Reynolds, the Executive Office Building was known as Reynolds EXO. Metals Earlier in his career, Bill held engineering, marketing management and business planning positions with Westinghouse and Emerson Electric. Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) tribal lands, known as Akwesasne (Land Where the Partridge Drums), are located to the east and Route 37 and the Grasse River are situated to the south and west, respectively. In 2007, Renato joined Brazil Treasury, where he designed and implemented the funding strategy for the Alumar expansion and the Juruti mining projects. The company began producing aluminum foil for packaging in 1926. That company went on to be known as Alcoa. Reynolds' Metals was acquired by Alcoa in 2000, and the 35-acre former headquarters campus and buildings were picked up by the University of Richmond in 2001 for a mere $8 million. 12/31/1982. Aluminum bottles are unbreakable, keep beer colder longer, look better and recycle better than glass containers. The year also saw a milestone for Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil, which celebrated its 50th year. Everyone enjoyed reviewing these reminders from our past and generated good conversation. Presto produced a full range of plastic bags and wraps for both indoor and outdoor use, including freezer, sandwich, and food storage bags, along with a line of moist paper tissues and cotton swabs. Molly left Alcoa Inc. in 2012 to become Vice President, Finance and Administration for The Pittsburgh Foundation, a non-profit organization that works to improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region by evaluating and addressing community issues. He said work could begin next spring and crews would need two dry seasons to complete the cleanup. Reynolds Metals became known for the consumer product . Reynolds, nephew of the tabacco giant R. J. Reynolds, in Louisville, Kentucky. He worked in the energy group, participating in the development of the Alcoa hydroelectric power plants there. Reynolds Group Holdings was a New Zealand based packaging company with roots in the former Reynolds Metals Company, which was the second-largest aluminum company in the United States, and the third-largest in the world. Prior to the separation of Alcoa Inc. into two separate companies, he was Executive Vice President and President of Alcoa's Global Primary Products (GPP) business from October 2015 to November 2016. [9], By 1991, Reynolds Metals employed 30,800 workers at more than 100 operations in 20 countries, including 64 plants in the United States, and had a total production capacity of more than 1 million tons of aluminum and aluminum products. Initially, the new company supplied lead and tin foil wrappers to cigarette and candy companies. In May 1988 Reynolds acquired Presto Products, Inc., a $200-million-a-year producer of plastic bags. alumina refineries. With an unrivaled foundation of operational excellence, weve spent more than a century refining our processes to develop next-generation technologies that shape how we live, build, move and fly. 2000: Alcoa acquires Reynolds Metals Company for $5.8 billion. If so, just fill out the short Request for Quote (RFQ) form below to get started. Washington State Department of Ecology spokesman Dave Bennett said the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers could OK cleanup permits in the next few months to clear contaminated soil at Northwest Alloys, the former Reynolds Metals site. Reynolds used the plant to cast ingots from molten aluminum imported from another plant from 1992 to 1998. Sonya joined Alcoa in 1989 and held roles of increasing responsibility in communications, marketing, and government affairs. HAL. All times are ET. He worked as a project manager for a rail transportation equipment company in Pittsburgh before completing his JD, cum laude, from Duquesne University in 1995. Since 1952, Alcoa Foundation has invested more than $700 million in Alcoa communities and is one of the largest corporate foundations in the United States. You did a masterful job of coordinating this project and have been a major contributor throughout. With the end of World War II, the company focused its direction on consumer goods and construction. 3/1/1942. Alcoa works with the Pittsburgh Brewing Company to introduce easy-open aluminum pull tabs on cans of Pittsburgh Brewing's Iron City beer. It will serve as the companys headquarters for more than 40 years. . Long-form journalism that analyzes the issues, challenges and opportunities facing the PR business. In 2000, Reynolds was purchased by Alcoa. Disclaimer. Total cost is only $ 299.00. Learn more about the Foundation. Alcoa expands the Sustana line of products with the introduction of EcoSource, the industrys first low-carbon, smelter-grade alumina brand. In 1975 the company's assets in Guyana were nationalized and Reynolds was forced to settle for a $10 million payment for its Guyanese holdings. He believed new aluminum-producing facilities would need to be built to meet demand. According to the SRMT, Akwesasne has a population of 12,400 people and covers a land area of approximately 16,640 square acres, which includes wetlands, agricultural land, woodlands, and light commercial development. Alcoa (F/K/A Reynolds Metals) Los Angeles. The Reynolds Metals Company International Headquarters is an International Style building complex set in a composed landscape near Richmond, Virginia, completed in 1958. . Reynolds Metals was acquired by Alcoa in June 2000. 804-281-2000. Reynolds looked into new products and areas of manufacturing to redeploy its assets, seeking businesses that would provide higher profits and faster growth than those of aluminum. In line with its commitment to recycling, Reynolds set a long-term goal of recycling more plastics each year than it produces. Ancient Antioch Survived Many Disasters in Its 2,400 YearsTurkeys Earthquake Obliterated It, How Gas From Texas Becomes Cooking Fuel in France, Opinion: Common Sense Points to a Lab Leak, Opinion: Yes, Theres a Housing Crisis. This business is working in the following industry: Manufacture of minerals and metals. Jeff graduated from Penn State University in 1988, with a degree in Quantitative Business Analysis, and earned a Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1989. Employees: 126,700. Alcoa is selected as a component of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, one of the most highly recognized and long-standing global sustainability indexes. In 1976 David P. Reynolds was its chairman; J. Louis and William G. Reynolds were board members; a cousin, A.D. Reynolds was a vice-president; and William G. Reynolds, Jr. was the company's treasurer. After submitting your request, you will receive an activation email to the requested email address. At Alcoa, we believe our legacy is our call to action. USA. Our strategic priorities of Reduce Complexity, Drive Returns and Advance Sustainably have made Alcoa a strong company, allowing us to succeed throughout the commodity cycles and innovate for a sustainable future. Reynolds owned a 56% interest in an alumina refinery in 2021 Get the inside scoop on jobs, salaries, top office locations, and CEO insights. We see them around but we don't know what goes on behind the scenes. Reynolds Metals Company leased, and later bought, six government defense plants that were up for disposal. Reynolds, Jr. had previously founded a stock-brokerage firm that would later become Reynolds Securities, which eventually merged with Dean Witter. Alcoa (F/K/A Reynolds Metals) Phoenix. In 1994, a pact to scale back production in the next two years among the chief aluminum-producing nations helped Reynolds to achieve strong sales. She currently serves on the Board of the Public Affairs Council and chairs the Government Affairs Committee for the US Aluminum Association.

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