Revco Industries, Inc. announced today that Steve Hwang has been named as its new President, effective January 1, 2017.  

Steve Hwang has spent 16 years at Revco Industries, most recently as Executive Vice President. Prior to that, he held positions as VP of Business Development & Operations, Operations Manager, and IT Manager. His experience with Revco Industries covers the spectrum of operational and business development duties, including supply chain management, strategic partnerships, analytics, quality, and production. Steve graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.

“I am excited to take on this role and look forward to not only continuing, but expanding upon, Revco Industries’ core value of providing our customers with innovative gloves and flame-resistant garments that represent the highest standards in quality and value,” said Steve.

C. Edward Chu, formerly President, will be CEO and Chairman of the Board. Mr. Chu joined Revco Industries more than 38 years ago. With a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Ed spent four years with a consulting firm before joining the family business as Vice President. After the death of his brother and Revco Industries founder Mitchell, in 1981, Mr. Chu became the President of the company.

“Steve has made numerous positive contributions and is a respected leader within the organization,” noted Ed Chu. “With Steve as President, along with our experienced management team, Revco is ready to face all challenges and changes in our current business environment.”

In addition to Steve Hwang and Ed Chu, Revco Industries executive management includes Charles Hwang, VP of Sales (22 years at Revco), Jimmy Wu, VP of Research & Development (22 years), Thomas Han, VP of Accounting (16 years), Joanne Chu, Vice President of Human Resources (32 years), and Randal Fisher, new Vice President of Marketing.

Information about Revco Industries, Inc. and their comprehensive line of Black Stallion^® branded protective products for the welding, industrial, and safety markets can be found at www.blackstallion.com.        

About Revco Industries, Inc.

Based in Santa Fe Springs, California, Revco Industries is a leading glove and protective apparel company with over 42 years of service to the welding and industrial sectors. The company designs and develops a full range of innovative protective wear and makes their products available through a nationwide system of welding , industrial, and safety supply distributors. More information about Revco Industries and its products can be found at www.blackstallion.com.