WestRock Announces Bob McIntosh, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary to Retire; Denise Cade to Become General Counsel

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WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) announced the retirement of executive vice president, general counsel, and secretary Robert McIntosh, effective March 4, 2022. Denise Cade will succeed him, bringing extensive experience from IDEX Corporation and SunCoke Energy. McIntosh has been instrumental in the company's growth from $900 million to approximately $19 billion in revenue over 27 years. CEO David Sewell acknowledged McIntosh's contributions to the legal strategy and corporate governance, while expressing confidence in Cade's leadership.

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• Denise Cade's appointment as general counsel brings extensive legal experience to WestRock.
• McIntosh's leadership contributed to revenue growth from $900 million to $19 billion during his tenure.

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) today announced Robert (Bob) B. McIntosh, executive vice president, general counsel and secretary, will retire from the Company, effective March 4, 2022. Denise Cade will be named executive vice president, general counsel and secretary upon McIntosh’s retirement.

WestRock today announced Robert (Bob) B. McIntosh, executive vice president, general counsel and secretary, will retire from the Company, effective March 4, 2022. Denise Cade (pictured) will be named executive vice president, general counsel and secretary upon McIntosh’s retirement. (Photo: Business Wire)

During McIntosh’s 27-year career with Rock-Tenn and then WestRock, he has overseen the Company’s legal strategy and corporate governance as it grew from approximately $900 million in revenue when he joined to approximately $19 billion today.

“Throughout his career, Bob has played an instrumental leadership role at WestRock," said David B. Sewell, WestRock chief executive officer. "He has provided sound legal counsel and led our efforts on many mergers and acquisitions, contributing to the growth of the company during his tenure. The team at WestRock wishes Bob the very best in retirement.”

Cade joins WestRock from IDEX Corporation, where she was senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary and was responsible for all legal, regulatory, compliance and corporate governance matters. Previously, she was senior vice president, general counsel, corporate secretary and chief compliance officer for SunCoke Energy, Inc. and its controlled company, SunCoke Energy Partners, L.P. From 2005 to 2011, Cade held several positions with PPG Industries, Inc., including assistant general counsel, securities and finance, and corporate secretary. Prior to her time with PPG, Cade was a partner at Shaw Pittman LLP in Washington, D.C. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Marquette University and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center.

“Denise’s extensive experience with global businesses will provide valuable perspective to WestRock,” said Sewell. “I am excited to have her join our team and look forward to her leadership and guidance as the company’s general counsel.”

About WestRock
WestRock (NYSE: WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated, sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock’s team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.

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Investors:

James Armstrong, 470-328-6327

Vice President, Investor Relations

james.armstrong@westrock.com

Media:

Courtney James, 470-328-6397

Director, Corporate Communications

courtney.james@westrock.com

Source: WestRock Company

FAQ

Who will succeed Robert McIntosh at WestRock?

Denise Cade will succeed Robert McIntosh as executive vice president, general counsel, and secretary.

When is Robert McIntosh's retirement effective?

Robert McIntosh's retirement is effective March 4, 2022.

What significant role did Robert McIntosh play at WestRock?

Robert McIntosh played an instrumental role in overseeing the legal strategy and corporate governance, significantly contributing to the company's growth.

What is the stock symbol for WestRock?

The stock symbol for WestRock is WRK.