ASCO announces a change in management at its US site in Orange Park, Florida

From left to right: Thomas Gardner, Managing Director, and Thomas Bearden, Deputy Managing Director

Continuity in leadership and customer support

Thomas Gardner has been a permanent member of ASCO’s US team since the site was established and has in-depth knowledge of the company’s products, processes and customer needs. In his new role, he will be supported by Thomas Bearden, who will continue to oversee day-to-day operations and ensure stability during the transition period.

This change in leadership ensures that ASCO’s US customers continue to receive high-quality service and support. Current points of contact, ongoing projects and established workflows remain unchanged, ensuring operational continuity and reliability for all partners.

The US site plays a strategic role in ASCO’s global activities and serves a diverse customer base across various industries. The change in leadership is intended to increase operational efficiency, strengthen customer relationships and support further growth in the North American market.
 

Ensuring stability and customer focus

Ralph Spring, General Manager at ASCO’s Wittenbach site, commented: “We are firmly convinced that Thomas Gardner is exceptionally well-prepared to lead our US operations. Having been closely involved since the US site’s inception, he possesses in-depth institutional knowledge, strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of both our products and the market. His appointment not only ensures a seamless transition but also the continuity of our customer-focused approach and operational excellence. The US market is of strategic importance to ASCO and offers significant growth potential – and Thomas Gardner is ideally positioned to drive this development with clarity, stability and a long-term vision.”

Thomas Gardner, the newly appointed Managing Director of ASCO USA, added: “I am honoured to take on this responsibility. My main focus will be on strengthening customer relationships, expanding service capabilities and ensuring the sustainable growth of our US operations. I look forward to working closely with our experienced team to meet the evolving needs of our customers and strengthen ASCO’s presence in this important market.”

ASCO would like to thank Jason Beasley for his dedication and valuable contribution to the successful development of the US operation. He played a key role in establishing and positioning ASCO in the United States. We wish him all the best and continued success in his new professional challenge outside the ASCO Group.