Koppers Holdings Inc. announced the appointment of James A. Sullivan as President and Chief Transformation Officer, effective June 1, 2025. This newly created role is designed to lead the company's enterprise-wide transformation process, named Catalyst. Mr. Sullivan will oversee the evaluation, scoping, quantification, planning, and execution of opportunities aimed at maximizing performance across all dimensions of the company.
Mr. Sullivan will continue to report to Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board Leroy Ball, with business unit leadership now also reporting to Mr. Ball. This organizational change allows Mr. Sullivan to dedicate his full attention to driving the Catalyst initiative. The transformation process is expected to build a bridge connecting Koppers' current strategy to its 2030 strategy.
With over 25 years of industry experience and more than a decade of executive leadership at Koppers, including his most recent role as President and Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Sullivan is well-positioned for this critical role. His leadership of Catalyst is anticipated to significantly improve Koppers' margin and cash flow profile. This strategic move underscores Koppers' commitment to operational excellence and long-term growth.
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