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ContiTech Names Jim Hill VP of Distribution for Americas
Hill will lead regional distribution strategy, strengthening customer and partner relationships across Industrial Solutions Americas.
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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Continental's group sector ContiTech has appointed Jim Hill as Vice President of Distribution for its Industrial Solutions Americas (IAM) business area. Hill previously served as IAM Vice President of Marketing and Strategy.
Why it matters
This appointment highlights ContiTech's focus on strengthening its distribution network and customer relationships in the Americas as part of its Industrial Solutions business.
The details
In his new role, Hill will lead distribution efforts across the region, focusing on building and enhancing relationships with customers and distribution partners. Before joining ContiTech in 2015, Hill held management positions at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and later senior executive roles at Goodyear Engineered Products, which became Veyance Technologies and is now part of ContiTech.
- Hill was appointed as Vice President of Distribution for ContiTech's Industrial Solutions Americas business on February 17, 2026.
The players
Jim Hill
Jim Hill has been appointed as Vice President of Distribution for ContiTech's Industrial Solutions Americas business. He previously served as IAM Vice President of Marketing and Strategy.
Andreas Gerstenberger
Andreas Gerstenberger is the ContiTech USA CEO and Head of Business Area Industrial Solutions Americas.
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Hill held management positions at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company prior to joining ContiTech.
Veyance Technologies
Goodyear Engineered Products, where Hill held senior executive roles, became Veyance Technologies and is now part of ContiTech.
What they’re saying
“Jim's extensive industry experience and proven leadership make him well suited to lead our distribution strategy in the Americas.”
— Andreas Gerstenberger, ContiTech USA CEO and Head of Business Area Industrial Solutions Americas (farm-equipment.com)
The takeaway
This appointment underscores ContiTech's commitment to strengthening its distribution network and customer relationships in the Americas as part of its broader Industrial Solutions business strategy.
