Myers Industries Announces Resignation of CFO Grant Fitz, Names Daniel Hoehn to Interim Role

AKRON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE), a leading manufacturer of products that protect the world from the ground up, announced on April 2, 2025, that Grant Fitz, the Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has submitted his resignation, effective May 2, 2025.

To help ensure a smooth transition, Mr. Fitz will remain in his current role until his departure date, working closely with Daniel Hoehn, Vice President and Corporate Controller. Mr. Hoehn will serve in an interim role until a permanent CFO is named. The company has already launched a formal search to identify candidates.

These leadership changes are not the result of any matters relating to the Company’s accounting practices or financial statements.

“On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Grant for his numerous contributions to the enterprise. He has been a key leader of our finance team, and I am grateful for his dedication, including his commitment to ensure a smooth transition, and wish him well going forward,” said Aaron Schapper, President and CEO.

Added Schapper, “I have the utmost confidence in Dan’s expertise and proven ability to lead our finance group during this period as we make progress on our Focused Transformation initiative. He has made significant, positive contributions to improving our financial reporting during his time with Myers Industries. His knowledge of our business will be key as we drive improved financial performance. We are fortunate to have him as an essential member of our finance organization."

Mr. Hoehn, who has been in his current role with Myers since 2019, also served the Company as Interim CFO from September 2020 to March 2021. He brings a wealth of financial expertise and business familiarity to the role, ensuring operational and strategic continuity. Prior to joining the company, he served four years as Vice President, Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer for Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc. He also has held various finance leadership roles with Chiquita Brands International, including Vice President, Controller.

As previously reported, the Company will report first quarter earnings on May 1, 2025.

ABOUT MYERS INDUSTRIES

Myers Industries Inc. (NYSE: MYE), based in Akron, Ohio, is a leading manufacturer of sustainable plastic and metal products that protect the world from the ground up for consumer, vehicle, food & beverage, industrial, infrastructure, and automotive aftermarket end markets. Myers Industries has a rich history that is built on strong brands and innovative products. Through years of continuous product development and strategic acquisitions, we have established ourselves as a leading diversified industrial company. We provide critical solutions to our customers, delivering exceptional value. Visit myersindustries.com to learn more.

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Contact: Meghan Beringer

Senior Director, Investor Relations

Myers Industries, Inc.

Phone: 252.536.5651

Email: mberinger@myersind.com

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