Continental names head of distribution for Industrial Solutions Americas

Germany-based Continental’s group sector ContiTech has appointed Ryan Gocher as head of distribution for its Industrial Solutions business in the Americas, effective July 1. He will succeed Guy Enta, who is retiring in July.

In his new role, Gocher will report to Andreas Gerstenberger, CEO of ContiTech USA and head of the business area Industrial Solutions Americas, headquartered in Fairlawn, Ohio.

“Ryan is a strategic leader who combines business insight with a strong focus on execution,” Gerstenberger says. “He brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the industrial landscape, which will be instrumental as we continue to sharpen our distribution model to better serve our customers.”

Gocher currently serves as ContiTech head of distribution for the United States, a position he has held since February 2024. He previously led product management for Industrial Solutions Americas and held several senior leadership roles, including global business director for hydraulics and portfolio director for Industrial Fluid Solutions Americas.

On behalf of the ContiTech Industrial Solutions Americas team, Gerstenberger thanks Enta for his many years of service and leadership and wishes him well in his retirement. “Guy has been a valued leader whose industry expertise and unwavering commitment have made a lasting impact,” Gerstenberger says. “We are grateful for his dedication and the legacy he leaves behind. He will be greatly missed, both professionally and personally.”

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries, the global company maintains core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.