NOVONIX to Appoint Robert Long as Chief Financial Officer

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NOVONIX (NASDAQ: NVX, ASX: NVX) has announced the appointment of Robert Long as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective September 1, 2024. Long brings over 25 years of finance and executive leadership experience to the role. Current CFO Nick Liveris will transition to the company's Board of Directors on the same date.

To ensure a smooth transition, Ron Edmonds, a NOVONIX board member and former Chief Accounting Officer at Dow Chemical, will serve as interim Executive Officer – Finance from August 1, 2024. This strategic leadership change aims to support NOVONIX's continued growth in the battery materials and technology sector.

Positive

• Appointment of experienced CFO Robert Long with 25+ years in finance and executive leadership
• Smooth transition plan with interim Executive Officer – Finance Ron Edmonds
• Current CFO Nick Liveris transitioning to Board of Directors, retaining his expertise within the company

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• None.

BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NOVONIX Limited (NASDAQ: NVX, ASX: NVX), a leading battery materials and technology company, is pleased to announce that Robert Long will be appointed as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective September 1, 2024. Mr. Long brings over 25 years of experience in finance and executive leadership with both public and private companies.

The Company previously announced that CFO Nick Liveris will transition to the Company’s Board of Directors upon the appointment of a new CFO. Mr. Liveris will be appointed to the Board of Directors effective September 1, 2024.

To ensure a smooth transition of the CFO role to Mr. Long, Ron Edmonds, a seasoned finance leader and NOVONIX board member, will take on the interim role of Executive Officer – Finance effective August 1, 2024. Mr. Edmonds’ extensive experience in leadership roles at Dow Chemical, including as Chief Accounting Officer, will significantly contribute to NOVONIX’s continued growth.

This announcement has been authorized for release by NOVONIX Chairman, Admiral Robert J. Natter, USN Ret.

About NOVONIX 

NOVONIX is a leading battery technology company revolutionizing the global lithium-ion battery industry with innovative, sustainable technologies, high-performance materials, and more efficient production methods. The Company manufactures industry-leading battery cell testing equipment, is growing its high-performance synthetic graphite anode material manufacturing operations, and has developed an all-dry, zero-waste cathode synthesis process. Through advanced R&D capabilities, proprietary technology, and strategic partnerships, NOVONIX has gained a prominent position in the electric vehicle and energy storage systems battery industry and is powering a cleaner energy future.

To learn more, visit us at www.novonixgroup.com or on LinkedIn and X. 

For NOVONIX Limited 
Scott Espenshade, ir@novonixgroup.com (investors) 
Stephanie Reid, media@novonixgroup.com (media)   

FAQ

When will Robert Long start as CFO of NOVONIX (NVX)?

Robert Long will start as Chief Financial Officer of NOVONIX (NVX) on September 1, 2024.

What is happening to NOVONIX's (NVX) current CFO Nick Liveris?

Nick Liveris, NOVONIX's (NVX) current CFO, will transition to the company's Board of Directors effective September 1, 2024.

Who will serve as interim finance leader for NOVONIX (NVX) during the CFO transition?

Ron Edmonds, a NOVONIX board member, will serve as interim Executive Officer – Finance from August 1, 2024, to ensure a smooth transition.

What is Robert Long's background before joining NOVONIX (NVX)?

Robert Long brings over 25 years of experience in finance and executive leadership with both public and private companies before joining NOVONIX (NVX).