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Tecumseh Products Company announced that Harold Karp has stepped down as President & CEO of the Ann Arbor-based compressor manufacturer on March 14, 2016. He will be succeeded by Doug Murdock, who most recently served as president of climate products group at Mueller Industries, Inc. and brings to his new role decades of domestic and international manufacturing experience in the HVAC industry.
Tim Fazio, co-founder and managing partner of Atlas Holdings LLC, which owns Tecumseh in partnership with Mueller Industries, said, "We are very fortunate that Doug Murdock has agreed to serve as tecumseh's next president and CEO. Doug has all the qualities we need at this crucial time. He is a proven strategic leader and brings with him a wealth of experience leading manufacturing and engineering organizations in the refrigeration and HVAC industries."
"Doug's industry knowledge and in-depth understanding of customers and refrigeration products make him a perfect fit for Tecumseh's leadership," said Greg Christopher, CEO of Mueller Industries. "I am honored to have the opportunity to lead Tecumseh Products Company, an iconic brand in our industry with thousands of dedicated associates who make superior quality products for our great customers," said Mr. Murdock.
Fazio thanked Karp for his work at Tecumseh, saying, "Harold Karp facilitated the advancement of several operational improvements during his tenure and has honored the company's great tradition with his approach. We wish him all the best as he embarks on his next professional chapter."
