Cohesive Components Names Pete Futia The New CEO

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA (September 17, 2024) — Cohesive Components, a custom sealing and converting industry leader, is pleased to announce Pete Futia’s appointment as CEO. 

Futia is well-positioned to take over the helm. He brings a wealth of converting experience to Cohesive Components, having served as President of Cohesive Components manufacturing facilities and service centers in North Carolina, Ohio, Mexico, and China. He previously led Mueller Custom Cut as General Manager since 2005, which Cohesive Components acquired in 2021.

Pete has held various general management, operations, and sales and marketing roles in his 30-year career in the converting industry, including a successful streak with 3M. He serves as an IR/Trane supplier council member and sits on the 3M Converter Markets Advisory Council. Under Pete’s leadership, Mueller was acknowledged as a 4-time top workplace by the Charlotte Observer and nominated as a top family-owned business by Charlotte Business Journal. “With the strength of our management and manufacturing teams, I am excited to lead Cohesive Components to serve our loyal customer base and respond to the needs of new customers,” Futia said.

“We are privileged to have Pete leading Cohesive Components through its next phase of growth,” said Jim Wilz, a Cohesive Components Board of Directors member. 

About Cohesive Components

Cohesive Components, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, with manufacturing & service centers in North Carolina, Ohio, Mexico, and China, is an industry-leading provider of advanced material solutions. The company does business in 25 countries, with over 250 OEM customers, including more than 20 long-term Fortune 500 partners. Established in 1965, Cohesive Components is a company passionate about fostering a strong culture. It is proud to have been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Charlotte and Cincinnati numerous times. The Company is ISO-9001 and AS9100 certified, offering many MilSpec and ASTM-certified raw materials.

For more information about Cohesive Components, contact our team today.