CleanSpark Strengthens Leadership Team with Strategic Appointments to Drive Innovation and Power the Next Phase of Growth

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CleanSpark (Nasdaq: CLSK), America's Bitcoin Miner®, has announced significant leadership changes to strengthen its executive team. Gary A. Vecchiarelli has been appointed as President while retaining his CFO role, overseeing financial strategy and operational excellence. Scott Garrison transitions to Chief Development Officer and EVP, focusing on infrastructure expansion and strategic development. Taylor Monnig assumes the dual role of COO and CTO, while Harry Sudock becomes Chief Business Officer.

These internal promotions aim to accelerate innovation, drive diversified growth, and enhance the company's strategy in Bitcoin mining and power infrastructure development. CEO Matt Schultz emphasized that these appointments reflect the organization's commitment to maximizing megawatt monetization through Bitcoin mining and beyond.

Positive

• Internal promotions demonstrate strong succession planning and organizational stability
• Expanded leadership roles combine complementary functions for better operational efficiency
• Strategic focus on both Bitcoin mining and power infrastructure development shows business diversification

Negative

• Multiple executives handling dual roles could lead to divided attention and operational challenges

Gary A. Vecchiarelli, Scott Garrison, Taylor Monnig, and Harry Sudock are transitioning to new and expanded C-Suite leadership roles

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CleanSpark, Inc. (Nasdaq: CLSK), America's Bitcoin Miner® (the "Company"), today announced a strategic realignment of its leadership team, with several key internal appointments and transitions to accelerate innovation, drive diversified growth, and strengthen the Company's long-term strategic trajectory.

Today's appointments draw strength from the Company's tenured leadership team. Effective immediately, the following proven leaders from within will take on new and expanded executive roles as follows:

• Gary A. Vecchiarelli has been named President, while continuing to serve as Chief Financial Officer. In this expanded leadership role, Gary will support the Chief Executive Officer by overseeing financial strategy, treasury operations, capital markets activities, and legal and compliance, while also driving organizational execution, operational excellence, and cross-functional alignment as President.
• Scott Garrison will now serve as Chief Development Officer and Executive Vice President, and oversee infrastructure expansion, corporate development, business operations, and government affairs. Scott previously served as Chief Operating Officer and this transition reflects an expanded focus on growth of power infrastructure, as well as strategic data center development.
• Taylor Monnig has been named Chief Operating Officer, in addition to his existing Chief Technology Officer role. This dual role will focus on operational excellence in Bitcoin mining, energy optimization, and corporate functions, while driving innovation in software, hardware, and digital asset technology. Prior to CleanSpark, Taylor was issued a number of data center patents and won an Intel innovation award as part of the OTTO HPC platform.
• Harry Sudock, formerly Senior Vice President, was appointed Chief Business Officer and will oversee investor relations and strategic communications, provide sector leadership, and play a key role in the development and implementation of the broader corporate strategy.

"I am proud of today's appointments and realignments, as they better reflect the strength, experience and continuity of our organizational leadership. These moves reaffirm our company's commitment to maximize megawatt monetization through Bitcoin mining and beyond," said Matt Schultz, CEO and Chairman of CleanSpark. "This team has been responsible for the world-class strategy and execution behind 'America's Bitcoin Miner' and brings that same passion as we pursue our broader strategy that seeks to capitalize on all available opportunities."

About CleanSpark

CleanSpark (Nasdaq: CLSK), America's Bitcoin Miner®, is a market-leading Bitcoin miner with a proven track record of success. We own and operate a portfolio of data centers across the United States powered by globally competitive energy prices. Sitting at the intersection of Bitcoin, energy, operational excellence and capital stewardship, we optimize our operations to deliver superior returns to our shareholders. Optimally monetizing low-cost, high reliability electricity positions us to prosper in an ever-changing world. Visit our website at www.cleanspark.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
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Investor Relations Contact
Harry Sudock
702-989-7693
ir@cleanspark.com

Media Contact
Malory Van Guilder
651.335.0585
malory@skyya.com

 

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FAQ

Who are the new executive appointments at CleanSpark (CLSK) announced in September 2025?

The key appointments include Gary A. Vecchiarelli as President & CFO, Scott Garrison as Chief Development Officer & EVP, Taylor Monnig as COO & CTO, and Harry Sudock as Chief Business Officer.

What is Gary Vecchiarelli's new role at CleanSpark (CLSK)?

Gary Vecchiarelli has been appointed as President while maintaining his role as CFO. He will oversee financial strategy, treasury operations, capital markets activities, legal and compliance, while driving organizational execution and operational excellence.

What are the strategic objectives behind CleanSpark's (CLSK) leadership changes?

The leadership changes aim to accelerate innovation, drive diversified growth, strengthen strategic trajectory, and maximize megawatt monetization through Bitcoin mining and beyond.

How does the leadership restructuring affect CleanSpark's (CLSK) business focus?

The restructuring emphasizes dual focus on Bitcoin mining operations and power infrastructure development, with dedicated executive oversight for each area while maintaining operational synergies.

What is Taylor Monnig's background and new position at CleanSpark (CLSK)?

Taylor Monnig, who previously won an Intel innovation award and holds data center patents, has been appointed as both COO and CTO, focusing on operational excellence in Bitcoin mining and technology innovation.