Compass Minerals (CMP), a global leader in essential minerals, has appointed Edward C. Dowling Jr. as its new president and CEO, effective from Jan. 18, 2024.
Dowling, who joined the company’s board in March 2022, will replace Kevin S. Crutchfield, who will step down on Jan. 17, 2024 and serve as a consultant until the end of the fiscal year.
Dowling has over 30 years of experience and expertise in the international mining industry, having held CEO and executive positions at several mining companies, including Alacer Gold, Meridian Gold, De Beers, and Cleveland Cliffs. He also serves on the board of Teck Resources and has a doctorate in mineral processing from Pennsylvania State University.
“Through Kevin’s leadership over the past several years, Compass Minerals has made meaningful strides in safety and achieved a number of strategic milestones, particularly with the emergence of our next-generation Fire Retardant business. Our entire board appreciates the lasting contributions Kevin has made in preparing our company for future growth,” said Joe Reece, non-executive chairman of the board.
“As Compass Minerals enters its next chapter, our board looks forward to leveraging Ed’s deep leadership experience and perspectives as we renew our focus on reducing costs, driving positive free cash flow and generating sustained value through our unique set of advantaged assets.”
Edward C. Dowling said, “I look forward to the continued shared efforts of our board and leadership team as we work tirelessly to enhance the profitability of our essential minerals portfolio through safe, efficient and fiscally disciplined operations.”