• Lee McChesney: MSA Safety – Pioneering Protective Solutions

  • Sep 30 2024
  • Length: 35 mins
  • Podcast

Lee McChesney: MSA Safety – Pioneering Protective Solutions

  • Summary

  • How did MSA Safety's collaboration with Thomas Edison over a century ago pave the way for groundbreaking innovations in worker protection today?

    In this episode, Gaurav Batra talks with Lee McChesney, SVP & CFO of MSA Safety. Lee shares the 110-year journey of MSA, highlighting its shift from a product-focused to a solutions-driven company. He also discusses how technology, AI, and industry megatrends are helping MSA protect 40 million workers annually.

    Lee McChesney, SVP and CFO of MSA Safety, has nearly 30 years of experience in finance and leadership. Since joining MSA in 2022, he has applied his strategic expertise from previous roles at Stanley Black & Decker and United Technologies to drive value creation and operational success.

    Discussion Points

    • Lee relates MSA Safety's 110-year legacy and mission, highlighting the company's focus areas: detection systems, fire services, and industrial PPE
    • Technological innovations and leadership under CEO Steve Blanco have fortified MSA's mission
    • Lee discusses the shift from a product-centric to a solutions-centric approach, leveraging AI and industry megatrends
    • He shares insights from his career in finance and leadership. Diverse experiences, forward-thinking, and continuous evolution are what drive sustained growth
    • Successful M&A requires disciplined strategy, thorough diligence, and core business stability. Integration and execution must involve the same teams to ensure cohesive outcomes

    Ayna Insights is brought to you by Ayna, the premiere advisory firm in the industrial technology space that provides transformation and consulting services to its clients. The host of this episode, Gaurav Batra, is the President & CEO of Ayna

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    Lee McChesney LinkedIn

    MSA

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