Lippert Components, Inc. named a new global information security vice president.
Kemas Ohale will lead Lippert’s worldwide information security, privacy, assurance, governance, risk and compliance programs.
“We are excited for Kemas to be joining the team and are looking forward to his contributions to further enhance the cyber security of our teammates, customers and the industries we serve,” Lippert Global CIO Vince Doepker said. “As Lippert continues to leverage technology to fuel growth and innovation, cyber security will continue to be more important than ever. Kemas’ leadership and experience position him to continue to build upon the incredible work done by his predecessor.”
Ohale joins Lippert with 25 years’ experience in information technology and security, the supplier said. He previously held senior roles in healthcare and financial services information technology and led the development and implementation of a global information security operations program.
“I am truly humbled and excited to join Lippert,” Ohale said. “The culture of the organization, which is deeply rooted with a people-first mindset, is highly commendable. From Jason Lippert to all the leaders across the globe, employee well-being is top of mind for the organization.”
Ohale said Lippert’s dedication to charitable service is among his reasons for accepting the position.
“I am looking forward to serving the organization, our shareholders, our wonderful global information security teams and our industry,” he said.
Ohale serves on the boards of Cybersafe Foundation and Clymb Technologies.
