PATCO Products LLC Strengthens Executive Team to Accelerate Long-Term Growth Strategy
[July 25, 2025] – PATCO Products LLC , a leading provider of high-quality specialty ingredients serving a wide array of end markets and applications, today announced a series of key leadership appointments designed to reinforce the Company’s strategic growth trajectory and operational excellence. These appointments mark an important milestone as PATCO continues its evolution as a standalone industry leader in emulsifiers and specialty ingredients.
New CEO Brings Proven Leadership and Industry Expertise
The most notable leadership change is the appointment of Richard McEvoy as Chief Executive Officer. McEvoy, who has been serving on PATCO’s Board of Directors, brings a wealth of experience in the ingredients and specialty chemicals sectors, having led transformative initiatives at several top-tier companies. His appointment is a strategic move aimed at positioning PATCO for its next phase of expansion, innovation, and value creation.
Prior to taking on the CEO role at PATCO, McEvoy served as the Chief Executive Officer of Prinova, a globally recognized manufacturer and distributor of functional ingredients and nutrient premixes. During his tenure at Prinova, McEvoy led significant growth and strategic realignment, solidifying the company’s leadership in its core markets. His experience also includes CEO roles at Voyant Beauty, a leading personal care and beauty manufacturing platform, and Vantage Specialty Chemicals, where he oversaw transformation initiatives, operational streamlining, and successful M&A execution.
In these roles, McEvoy developed a reputation for visionary leadership and operational discipline. His background aligns well with PATCO’s priorities, including accelerating organic growth, driving operational efficiency, exploring strategic acquisitions, and expanding into new and adjacent markets.
“I’m honored to lead PATCO at such a dynamic time in its journey,” said McEvoy. “The company has an exceptional foundation built by a talented team and strong customer relationships. I look forward to partnering with our employees, customers, and stakeholders to scale the business and further enhance our position as a trusted provider of ingredients and emulsifier technologies.”
Transition of John Miller to Board Role
As McEvoy assumes the CEO role, John Miller, who has served as PATCO’s Chief Executive Officer since the Company’s formation as an independent platform, will transition to a new role as a member of PATCO’s Board of Directors. Miller’s leadership over the past four years has been instrumental in guiding PATCO through a pivotal phase of growth, infrastructure development, and market positioning.
Under Miller’s leadership, PATCO has grown significantly, strengthened its manufacturing capabilities, and enhanced its product offerings across key segments including polymer additives, pet nutrition, and personal care. His thoughtful stewardship enabled PATCO to establish itself as a high-performing, customer-centric organization with a clear focus on innovation and value delivery.
“It has been a privilege to lead PATCO through its early growth years,” said Miller. “I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved as a team. As I transition into a governance role, I’m excited to support Richard and the rest of the leadership team as PATCO enters its next phase of growth. The future is bright, and I look forward to contributing in new ways as a Board member.”
Strategic Hires Expand Commercial and Financial Expertise
To further support the Company’s strategic objectives, PATCO is also pleased to announce the addition of two accomplished executives to its leadership team: Alyssa Cunnington as Chief Commercial Officer, effective July 16, and Andrew Labady as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 4. These appointments reflect PATCO’s commitment to enhancing its commercial reach, financial acumen, and strategic execution capabilities.
Alyssa Cunnington, who joins as CCO, brings a deep well of experience in commercial strategy, sales leadership, and customer relationship management. Most recently, she served as a senior executive at Xenon arc, a specialized distribution partner for leading food and chemical manufacturers. During her more than 15 years at Xenon arc, Cunnington built and led high-performing commercial teams, drove strategic growth initiatives, and played a critical role in developing partnerships that spanned diverse market segments.
Her approach to business development and customer success is rooted in data-driven decision-making, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a relentless focus on delivering value to clients. As Chief Commercial Officer, she will be responsible for leading PATCO’s sales, marketing, and customer engagement functions, with a focus on driving revenue growth and expanding market share.
“I’m thrilled to join PATCO at such a transformative time,” said Cunnington. “The company has a unique value proposition in the ingredients space, and I look forward to working closely with our customers and teams to bring forward new solutions, strengthen relationships, and unlock growth opportunities across our end markets.”
Andrew Labady, stepping in as CFO, is a highly experienced financial executive with a strong track record of delivering operational improvement and financial performance across multiple industries. Labady’s background includes CFO roles at 3 Pillar Global, Cardone Industries, and CTA Acoustics, where he led financial strategy, planning, and transformation efforts. He also spent over 12 years as an operating executive at Cerberus Capital Management, a prominent private equity firm, where he focused on portfolio company performance, acquisition integration, and divestiture execution.
Labady will oversee PATCO’s finance, accounting, and strategic planning functions, bringing rigor and financial discipline to support the Company’s long-term vision and investment strategy.
“Andrew’s deep financial expertise and operational mindset make him an excellent addition to our leadership team,” said McEvoy. “His experience driving financial excellence in both corporate and private equity environments will be invaluable as we continue to scale and pursue new opportunities.”
Building the Future of Ingredient Innovation
The newly expanded executive team reflects PATCO’s ongoing commitment to building a world-class organization capable of supporting the diverse and growing needs of its customers. As a pure-play leader in the emulsifier and specialty ingredients space, PATCO continues to invest in R&D, customer support, and supply chain capabilities to ensure reliable, high-quality ingredient solutions across critical industries.
With a customer-first mindset, PATCO is positioned to capitalize on emerging trends and evolving demands in key sectors, including polymer additives, pet nutrition, and personal care. By combining deep technical expertise, application knowledge, and a robust product portfolio, the Company aims to provide unparalleled service and innovation to its global customer base.
“PATCO is entering an exciting new chapter,” added McEvoy. “With our talented team, customer partnerships, and renewed strategic focus, we are well-positioned to lead the industry into the future.”
The appointments of McEvoy, Cunnington, and Labady mark a significant step forward for PATCO, reinforcing its leadership team with the capabilities needed to deliver on its growth strategy, expand its market leadership, and generate long-term value for all stakeholders.
