3M appoints a new communications leader

3M has named Kimberly Price to the role of senior VP, Corporate Communications and Enterprise Services.

She will assume her role and replace incumbent retiree Ian Hardgrove effective January 1, 2016.

In the meantime, Price will continue on in her current role as VP, 3Mgives.

“Kim is a highly accomplished and respected leader with a proven track record of success across multiple functions at 3M, as well as in our communities," said Inge Thulin, 3M chairman, president and chief CEO. "Kim’s highly engaging leadership style, combined with her strong personal and professional reputation, make her ideal for this important role."

Price joined 3M as an attorney in 1986 and subsequently held positions of increasing responsibility before assuming her current role.