Core Molding Technologies Appoints Tom Cellitti Chairman Of The Board Of Directors

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Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: CMT) announced the appointment of Tom Cellitti as Chairman of the Board, effective June 15, 2020, following the retirement of James Simonton. Cellitti, a director since 2000 and Vice Chairman since 2018, is recognized for his extensive experience in the North American truck and bus market. His leadership is expected to guide the company's strategic direction. Additionally, James Crowley and Matthew Jauchius were appointed to lead key committees. Key business impacts include the company’s dependence on economic conditions affecting demand for its products.

Positive

• Tom Cellitti's extensive experience in the North American truck and bus market.
• Leadership continuity with Cellitti's long tenure and preparation for the Chairman role.
• Strategic guidance expected from Cellitti during his leadership.

Negative

• Concerns about continuity after Simonton's retirement.
• Potential risk due to economic fluctuations affecting product demand.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: CMT) ("Core Molding" or the "Company") has appointed Tom Cellitti to the position of Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors. 

Mr. Cellitti replaces James Simonton who retired from the Board of Directors as of June 15, 2020.  Mr. Cellitti has served as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Company since December 2018.  "Mr. Cellitti's extensive background in the Company's largest industry, the North American truck and bus market, his experience developing and executing complex strategic plans, and his deep understanding of complex manufacturing, financial management and leadership development has been invaluable to the Company during his time as a director and was a key contributor in the decision to elevate him to Chairman," said David Duvall, President and Chief Executive Officer.

Mr. Cellitti has been a director of the Company since 2000.  Mr. Cellitti was previously appointed to the Vice Chairman role in order to prepare for an orderly succession to the Chairman role upon Mr. Simonton's planned retirement.  Mr. Cellitti's experience and dedicated service to the Company makes him an ideal fit for the Chairman position.  In this position Mr. Cellitti will lead the Board directing the Company's strategic direction and growth. 

The Board of Directors appointed James Crowley to replace Mr. Cellitti as Chairman of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and Matthew Jauchius to replace Mr. Crowley as Chairman of the Audit Committee. 

ABOUT CORE MOLDING TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Core Molding Technologies and its subsidiaries operate in the composites market as one operating segment as a molder of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The Company's operating segment consists of two component reporting units, Core Traditional and Horizon Plastics. The Company offers customers a wide range of manufacturing processes to fit various program volume and investment requirements. These processes include compression molding of sheet molding compound ("SMC"), bulk molding compounds ("BMC"), resin transfer molding ("RTM"), liquid molding of dicyclopentadiene ("DCPD"), spray-up and hand-lay-up, glass mat thermoplastics ("GMT"), direct long-fiber thermoplastics ("D-LFT") and structural foam and structural web injection molding ("SIM"). Core Molding Technologies serves a wide variety of markets, including the medium and heavy-duty truck, marine, automotive, agriculture, construction, and other commercial products. The demand for Core Molding Technologies' products is affected by economic conditions in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Core Molding Technologies' manufacturing operations have a significant fixed cost component. Accordingly, during periods of changing demand, the profitability of Core Molding Technologies' operations may change proportionately more than revenues from operations.

This press release may contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. As a general matter, forward-looking statements are those focused upon future plans, objectives or performance as opposed to historical items and include statements of anticipated events or trends and expectations and beliefs relating to matters not historical in nature. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and are subject to uncertainties and factors relating to Core Molding Technologies' operations and business environment, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond Core Molding Technologies' control.  Words such as "may," "will," "could," "would," "should," "anticipate," "predict," "potential," "continue," "expect," "intend," "plans," "projects," "believes," "estimates," "encouraged," "confident" and similar expressions are used to identify these forward-looking statements. These uncertainties and factors could cause Core Molding Technologies' actual results to differ materially from those matters expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements.

Core Molding Technologies believes that the following factors, among others, could affect its future performance and cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements made in this report: business conditions in the plastics, transportation, marine and commercial product industries (including changes in demand for truck production); federal and state regulations (including engine emission regulations); general economic, social, regulatory (including foreign trade policy) and political environments in the countries in which Core Molding Technologies operates; the adverse impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic on our business, results of operations, financial position, liquidity or cash flow, as well as impact on customers and supply chains; safety and security conditions in Mexico and Canada; dependence upon certain major customers as the primary source of Core Molding Technologies' sales revenues; efforts of Core Molding Technologies to expand its customer base; the ability to develop new and innovative products and to diversify markets, materials and processes and increase operational enhancements; the actions of competitors, customers, and suppliers; failure of Core Molding Technologies' suppliers to perform their obligations; the availability of raw materials; inflationary pressures; new technologies; regulatory matters; labor relations; labor availability; the loss or inability of Core Molding Technologies to attract and retain key personnel; the Company's ability to successfully identify, evaluate and manage potential acquisitions and to benefit from and properly integrate any completed acquisitions; federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations; the availability of capital; the ability of Core Molding Technologies to provide on-time delivery to customers, which may require additional shipping expenses to ensure on-time delivery or otherwise result in late fees and other customer charges; risk of cancellation or rescheduling of orders; management's decision to pursue new products or businesses which involve additional costs, risks or capital expenditures; inadequate insurance coverage to protect against potential hazards; equipment and machinery failure; product liability and warranty claims; and other risks identified from time to time in Core Molding Technologies' other public documents on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those described in Item 1A of the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019.

Company Contact:
John Zimmer
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
614-870-5604
jzimmer@coremt.com

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SOURCE Core Molding Technologies, Inc.

FAQ

Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of Core Molding Technologies as of June 2020?

Tom Cellitti has been appointed as the new Chairman of Core Molding Technologies.

What is the background of Tom Cellitti in relation to Core Molding Technologies?

Tom Cellitti has been a director since 2000 and served as Vice Chairman prior to his appointment as Chairman.

What position did James Simonton hold before his retirement?

James Simonton served as Chairman of the Board before his retirement on June 15, 2020.

What roles were reassigned after Tom Cellitti's appointment?

James Crowley was appointed Chairman of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, and Matthew Jauchius became Chairman of the Audit Committee.

How might economic conditions impact Core Molding Technologies following the management change?

Core Molding Technologies’ profitability may be impacted by economic conditions affecting demand for its products in the truck and bus markets.