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Compass Minerals Appoints Edward Dowling as Independent Director
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Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) has announced the appointment of Edward C. Dowling, Jr. to its board of directors, enhancing its leadership team with over 30 years of experience in minerals mining. Dowling's past roles include CEO of Alacer Gold and executive positions at Meridian Gold and De Beers. He will serve on the Compensation and Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Committees, expanding the board from seven to eight members. His proven track record in value creation is expected to support the company's goal of maximizing shareholder value.
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Edward C. Dowling brings over 30 years of mining experience, enhancing leadership at Compass Minerals.
His track record of value creation is anticipated to support sustainable earnings growth.
Expansion of the board may provide diverse perspectives and strategies for the company.
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Concerns about continuity and experience gaps with the board's expansion to eight members.
OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP), a leading global provider of essential minerals, today announced the appointment of Edward C. Dowling, Jr. to the company’s board of directors. Dowling brings more than 30 years of mining experience, with a specialization in minerals mining, both at the executive and board levels.
Edward C. Dowling, Jr., newly appointed independent director for Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) (Photo: Business Wire)
“Over his distinguished career, Ed has built a proven track record of value creation by way of safe, productive and fiscally disciplined mining operations,” said Joe Reece, non-executive chairman of the board. “Our board looks forward to leveraging his experience and expertise as Compass Minerals works to maximize shareholder value through sustainable earnings growth.”
Dowling served as the president, CEO and director of Alacer Gold Corp., now SSR Mining Inc., from 2008 to 2012, and chairman from 2013 to 2020. Previously, he held executive roles with both domestic and international mining companies, including as president and CEO of Meridian Gold Inc. from 2006 to 2007 and executive director for mining and exploration at De Beers S.A., a diamond producer, from 2004 to 2006. He also served as executive vice president for operations at Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., an iron and steel producer, from 1998 to 2004. Mr. Dowling is the former chairman of the board of PJSC Polyus. He is currently chairman of the board of Copper Mountain Mining Corporation. Additionally, he serves on the board of directors of Teck Resources Ltd. and SSR Mining Inc.
A former petty officer in the U.S. Navy, Dowling earned a Bachelor of Science in mining engineering and mineral processing, a Master of Science in mineral processing, and a Doctorate in mineral processing from Pennsylvania State University.
Dowling has been appointed to the Compensation Committee and the Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Committee of the board. With Dowling’s appointment, the board of directors has expanded from seven members to eight.
About Compass Minerals
Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition business manufactures products that improve the quality and yield of crops, while supporting sustainable agriculture. And its specialty chemical business serves the water treatment industry and other industrial processes. Additionally, the company is pursuing development of a sustainable lithium brine resource to support the North American battery market and is a minority owner of Fortress North America, a next-generation fire retardant company. Compass Minerals operates 15 production and packaging facilities with more than 2,000 employees throughout the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Brazil. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, without limitation, statements about the company's ability to maximize shareholder value. These statements are based on the company’s current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause the company’s actual results to differ materially. The differences could be caused by a number of factors including those factors identified in the “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections of the company’s Annual and Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-K and 10-Q, including any amendments, as well as the company’s other SEC filings. The company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect future events or developments, except as required by law.
Investor Contact
Douglas Kris Senior Director of Investor Relations
+1.917.797.4967
krisd@compassminerals.com
Source: Compass Minerals
FAQ
What is the significance of Edward C. Dowling's appointment to Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP)?
Edward C. Dowling's appointment enhances Compass Minerals' leadership with his extensive experience in minerals mining, which is important for the company's growth and shareholder value.
How many members are now on the board of Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP)?
With the appointment of Edward C. Dowling, the board of Compass Minerals has increased from seven to eight members.
What committees will Edward C. Dowling serve on at Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP)?
Edward C. Dowling will serve on the Compensation Committee and the Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Committee.
What previous roles has Edward C. Dowling held before joining Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP)?
Before joining Compass Minerals, Dowling served as CEO of Alacer Gold, held executive positions at Meridian Gold and De Beers, and has extensive experience in the mining industry.
