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Mark Rayfield is the CEO of Saint-Gobain North America and CertainTeed, bringing nearly 25 years of experience at Saint-Gobain. Starting in 1999, he has held various roles, including sales manager and head of the North American abrasives business. His has led significant M&A activities, such as the acquisitions of Continental Building Products and GCP. Under his leadership, Saint-Gobain North America has executed approximately $5 billion in acquisitions over the past five years. Mark has been involved in over 50 deals throughout his career, successfully completing around 10 of them. His extensive experience spans sales management, global operations, and strategic growth initiatives.
Integration is not just about combining processes and systems. It is also about bridging the cultures of the companies and creating a shared identity. However, integrating two organizations can be complex, especially when it comes to managing major cultural differences. In this episode, we explore key strategies for effectively balancing culture during an integration, featuring Mark Rayfield, CEO of Saint-Gobain North America, and CertainTeed.