Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ:CENX) has appointed Peter Trpkovski as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Trpkovski, who has been with the company since 2013, will be taking over from Jerry Bialek. Since joining Century in 2013, Trpkovski has held various roles, including Senior Vice President of Finance and Treasurer, and Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations.
Century Aluminum is the largest producer of primary aluminum in the United States and operates production facilities in Iceland, the Netherlands, and Jamaica. Trpkovski's appointment is expected to bring continuity and steady leadership to the company as it focuses on driving superior performance in 2025 and beyond.
Trpkovski's experience and leadership are seen as crucial in advancing the company's strategic initiatives, strengthening financial operations, and driving value for stakeholders. With a background that includes roles at Citigroup and Johnson Controls, Trpkovski holds undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Michigan in engineering and finance.
This appointment comes as Century Aluminum aims to leverage Trpkovski's expertise and leadership to support its long-term success. Jesse Gary, President and CEO of Century Aluminum, expressed confidence in Trpkovski's ability to continue the company's success, citing his extensive knowledge of Century's operations and proven track record of success in various areas of leadership within the company. As a result of these announcements, the company's shares have moved -3.9% on the market, and are now trading at a price of $19.32. For the full picture, make sure to review Century Aluminum's 8-K report.
