Praxair, Inc. has recently named Kelcey E. Hoyt as the vice president and controller. She succeeds Elizabeth T. Hirsch who is retiring from the company after 18 years of service. Hirsch has served as Praxairâs vice president and controller for six years.
Hoyt, formerly director, investor relations, will be succeeded by Juan Pelaez. Pelaez has served as vice president of finance for Praxair Mexico since 2011. Both assignments are effective August 1, and will be reporting to Senior Vice President and CFO Matthew J. White.
âKelcey and Juan each bring a wealth of financial expertise and global business acumen to their positions,â? said White. âThey will provide outstanding leadership to our finance and investor relations organizations.â?