Houston-based chemical co. names new chairman and CEO less than a year after splitting roles

Houston-based Flotek Industries Inc. (NYSE: FTK), which makes chemicals used by the energy industry, has named a new chairman, CEO and president less than a year after splitting the roles.

John W. Gibson Jr. will take over all three roles on Jan. 6, 2020, according to a press release. John Chisholm, who has been president since 2010 and CEO since 2012, is leaving the company and stepping down from the board of directors. David Nierenberg, currently chairman of the board of directors, will remain…