Shrieve Chemical Company, a portfolio company of Gemspring Capital and a leading value-added marketer of industrial chemicals and specialty lubricants, has announced the appointment of George Fuller as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Based at Shrieve's headquarters in The Woodlands, TX, Fuller will be responsible for leading global activities during Shrieve's next phase of growth.

Ted Threadgill, who will continue as President of Shrieve said, "George brings a wealth of global chemical distribution experience and a proven track record, and I am excited to work with him. I am confident he will be an outstanding leader to guide the next chapter of Shrieve's growth to ensure we continue to provide exceptional service to our supplier partners and customers."

Fuller joins Shrieve with more than 30 years of chemical industry experience, including executive management roles with Univar, Hydrite Chemical, and Christensen.

"Shrieve has a long history of bringing an entrepreneurial mindset to the needs of its customers and suppliers. It's an enormous privilege to continue the growth that Ted has led over the past five years, and I am honored and excited to lead the team," said Fuller.