Juliane Hefel is general manager of PPG’s specialty coatings and materials business. Ms. Hefel has 20 years of experience and is a proven leader of successful international organizations with the strategic vision and passion necessary to create unique, competitive advantages. She holds a master of arts degree in translation studies from the University of Vienna. A native of Austria, Ms. Hefel moved to the United States in 2017 after serving in roles based in Germany and China. She speaks three languages.