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Letnich Joins Union Partners as COO of Contractors Steel
Written by Sandy Williams
January 15, 2019
Union Partners, a full-service metals and logistics company, announced that Steve Letnich will join the company as Chief Operating Officer of Contractors Steel, effective immediately.
Letnich has held several leadership positions in his 25 years in the steel and metals industry including those at Outokumpu, Castle Metals, Central Steel & Wire and Worthington Industries.
“We couldn’t be more excited to usher in a new era for Contractors Steel by welcoming a seasoned leader like Steve to the team,” stated Chris Sekella, EVP-U.S. Operations for Union Partners. “There are tremendous growth opportunities that lie ahead for the company. Steve’s reputation, proven track record and experience in the industry positions Contractors and their customers to capitalize on these opportunities and realize even more success in the future.”
Letnich succeeds Marc Bokas who has retired from Union partners after 40 years in the metals industry.
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