Ferroglobe Appoints Carsten Larsen as Chief Commercial Officer

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Ferroglobe PLC appoints Carsten Larsen as Chief Commercial Officer, bringing three decades of experience in business growth strategies. Larsen's background includes roles at Agilyx ApS and Dow, enhancing Ferroglobe's sales and marketing strategies.

LONDON, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ferroglobe PLC (NASDAQ: GSM) (“Ferroglobe”, the “Company,” or the “Parent”), a leading global producer of silicon metal, silicon-based and manganese-based ferroalloys, is pleased to announce that it has appointed Carsten Larsen as Chief Commercial Officer, effective April 1, 2024.

Mr. Larsen brings three decades of international experience in developing new business growth strategies, maximizing sales and profitability, and leading cross-functional teams. He has spent his entire professional career in the industrial sector, most recently having served as Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director at Agilyx ApS, a company specializing in plastic recycling technology. Prior to his role at Agilyx, Mr. Larsen spent 25 years at Dow, in roles including Commercial Director, Director New Business Development and Product Marketing Manager, where he gathered extensive knowledge of the global markets, having worked across countries including Germany, Denmark, Sweden and South Africa.

Ferroglobe’s Chief Executive Officer Marco Levi commented, “We are pleased to welcome Carsten to our senior management team. His track record of implementing sales and marketing strategies at both global and regional levels across several businesses which share attributes similar to Ferroglobe’s product portfolio, coupled with his general business acumen, will be instrumental as we continue to execute our strategy. On behalf of our board and management, we are confident that Carsten will excel in his new role.”

About Ferroglobe

Ferroglobe is a leading global producer of silicon metal, silicon-based and manganese-based ferroalloys serving a customer base across the globe in dynamic and fast-growing end markets, such as solar, automotive, consumer products, construction and energy. The Company is based in London. For more information, visit https://investor.ferroglobe.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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INVESTOR CONTACT:

Alex Rotonen, CFA
Vice President, Investor Relations
Email: investor.relations@ferroglobe.com

MEDIA CONTACT:

Cristina Feliu Roig
Executive Director, Communications & Public Affairs
Email: corporate.comms@ferroglobe.com

FAQ

Who has Ferroglobe PLC appointed as Chief Commercial Officer?

Ferroglobe PLC has appointed Carsten Larsen as Chief Commercial Officer.

What is Carsten Larsen's background?

Carsten Larsen brings three decades of international experience in developing new business growth strategies, maximizing sales and profitability, and leading cross-functional teams. He has previously worked at Agilyx ApS and Dow.

What is Carsten Larsen's role at Agilyx ApS?

Carsten Larsen served as Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director at Agilyx ApS, a company specializing in plastic recycling technology.

Where has Carsten Larsen worked previously?

Carsten Larsen has worked at Dow in roles including Commercial Director, Director New Business Development, and Product Marketing Manager, gaining extensive knowledge of global markets.

What does Marco Levi, Ferroglobe's CEO, say about Carsten Larsen's appointment?

Marco Levi, Ferroglobe's CEO, expressed confidence in Carsten Larsen's abilities, stating that his track record in implementing sales and marketing strategies will be instrumental in executing Ferroglobe's strategy.