Jason Industries, Inc. announced Mr. Brian K. (Koby) Kobylinski will transition to the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2016, consistent with the company's planned succession process. Mr. Jeffry N. Quinn will remain Chairman of the board of directors. Prior to joining Jason, Mr. Kobylinski served as Executive Vice President, Energy Segment and China for Actuant Corporation based in Milwaukee.

During his 23 years with Actuant, Kobylinski progressed through a number of management roles, including Vice President - Industrial and Energy Segments, Vice President – Business Development and Global Business Leader – Hydratight.