Bechtol Resigns as President of Catalina

Michael G. Bechtol, citing personal reasons, has resigned as president and chief operating officer of Catalina Marketing Corp., effective Sept. 12.

His responsibilities will be handled in the short term by CEO David D. Granger, group president Sue Klug and group president Patty Melanson.

“This departure is an amicable separation and Mike has given us sufficient notice to effect an organized and orderly transition in connection with the operation of the business,” said Granger in a statement.