September 22, 2026 – Coast Southwest, Inc., an ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributor, is pleased to announce that Thomas M. Flatley has joined the company as Director, Brand Management.
Mr. Flatley has extensive experience in specialty chemical sales, with a strong background in commercial leadership and strategy within the personal care market. He will focus on driving growth and expanding relationships across Coast Southwest’s branded customer base.
“Tom’s track record and deep industry knowledge make him an excellent addition to our team,” said Joseph C. Cimo, President of Coast Southwest. “As we further strengthen our position as a leader in personal care supply, experienced professionals like Tom are critical to delivering exceptional value and service to our customers from coast to coast.”
The role reflects Coast Southwest’s continued investment in commercial capabilities and its focus on capturing opportunities across this important market it serves.
“I am excited to join Coast Southwest at this dynamic time in the company’s growth,” Mr. Flatley said. “Coast Southwest has built a strong reputation for quality ingredients, innovation, and customer obsession over more than 40 years. I look forward to contributing to the team’s success and helping our customers thrive through the company’s comprehensive portfolio of ingredient solutions.”
Mr. Flatley’s appointment adds dedicated leadership to an area Coast Southwest sees as important to its next phase of expansion.
