Koppers Announces Appointment of Eric Brenner as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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Koppers (NYSE: KOP) appointed Eric Brenner as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective May 26, 2026. He will oversee global finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, tax, investor relations, and advise on strategic initiatives.
Interim CFO Brad Pearce returns full-time to Chief Accounting Officer on the same date.
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- Permanent CFO appointment effective May 26, 2026, ending interim period
- CFO brings prior Senior Vice President and CFO experience from NOVA Chemicals
- Background includes leading refinancing and transformation programs with cash benefits
- Certified public accountant with prior roles at Komatsu Mining and Deloitte
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Mr. Brenner most recently served as Senior Vice President and CFO for NOVA Chemicals Corporation, a manufacturer of polyolefins that is now part of Borouge International, where he oversaw the company's finance, treasury, information technology, and transformation teams. While at NOVA Chemicals, Mr. Brenner collaborated with leadership and the board on strategic planning, led a comprehensive refinancing program, spearheaded a transformation program that resulted in significant cash benefits, and served as a key management lead for the sale of the company earlier this year. Prior to NOVA Chemicals, he worked in a variety of financial roles of increasing responsibility, ultimately as Director of Finance at Komatsu Mining Corp. (formerly Joy Global Inc.), and as Audit Manager with Deloitte & Touche LLP.
Brad Pearce, who has served as Interim CFO since January 8, 2026, will transition back to his role as the company's Chief Accounting Officer on a full-time basis, effective May 26.
"I am excited to add someone of Eric's caliber to the Koppers team," said Chief Executive Officer and Chair Leroy Ball. "His extensive experience in the chemicals sector, combined with his proven ability to drive strategic capital deployment, operational excellence, and strategic transformation, make him the right person to be the next CFO at Koppers. I expect Eric to be a key leader in further embedding results and accountability into Koppers culture, strengthening long-term shareholder value creation."
Ball added, "I would also like to acknowledge and thank Brad Pearce for providing steady and effective leadership as Interim CFO during a very busy time at Koppers. We are fortunate to have someone of Brad's skill on our team who will continue to be instrumental in advancing our strategic initiatives going forward."
"Koppers has built a strong legacy of innovation and customer partnership while adapting to the market realities of today's economy," stated Mr. Brenner. "I am excited to step into this role at this important stage in the company's evolution, and I look forward to partnering with the team to build on the company's strong financial foundation, drive disciplined growth and create long-term value for our shareholders."
Mr. Brenner will be a member of Koppers Executive Council, reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer and Chair Leroy Ball. He is a certified public accountant, a member of the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs, and a graduate of
About Koppers
Koppers (NYSE: KOP) is an integrated global provider of essential treated wood products, wood preservation technologies and carbon compounds. Our team of approximately 1,850 employees create, protect and preserve key elements of our global infrastructure – including railroad crossties, utility poles, outdoor wooden structures, and production feedstocks for steel, aluminum and construction materials, among others – applying decades of industry-leading expertise while constantly innovating to anticipate the needs of tomorrow. Together we are providing safe and sustainable solutions to enable rail transportation, keep power flowing, and create spaces of enjoyment for people everywhere. Protecting What Matters, Preserving The Future. Learn more at Koppers.com.
Inquiries from the media should be directed to Ms. Jessica Franklin Black at BlackJF@koppers.com or 412-227-2025. Inquiries from the investment community should be directed to Ms. Quynh McGuire at McGuireQT@koppers.com or 412-227-2049.
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