Dave Beeken named president of Silver Line

Andersen Corporation has promoted Dave Beeken to president of the Silver Line Division, replacing Paul Valle.

“Our vinyl business is an important element of our overall strategy to lead the window and door industry with a wide ranging portfolio of different and better products and services,” said Andersen Corporation chairman, president and CEO Jay Lund. “Dave brings to this business a long track record of success during his thirty-five year career in the window and door industry.”

Previously, Beeken was senior VP Doors and Accessories for the Andersen Division. Before that, he was senior VP and general manager of the Architectural Products Division and was responsible for the new Andersen Architectural Collection as well as the integration of Eagle Windows and Doors, where he began his career in 1977 and served as former president.

Beeken was formerly the chairman of the Window and Door Manufacturer's Association as well as 2003's Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in Iowa and Nebraska.

Andersen acquired Silver Line in 2006.