Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Rayonier Advanced Materials, and what is the context of this leadership change?

Daniel Krawczyk has been appointed as the new president and chief executive officer of Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (RYAM), succeeding the previous CEO who resigned after only four months. This appointment comes as RYAM undergoes a strategic review amid years of financial losses and mounting investor pressure to sell the company. The board selected Krawczyk specifically for his background in strategic transformation and operational execution, which it views as essential to determining the company's future direction.

What challenges is Rayonier Advanced Materials facing that make Krawczyk's leadership particularly critical at this time?

Rayonier Advanced Materials is facing sustained financial losses over multiple years, prompting a formal strategic review and intensifying demands from investors to explore a sale of the company. Against this backdrop of instability and uncertainty, the board has emphasized that Krawczyk’s expertise in strategic transformation and operational execution will be crucial in navigating these challenges and shaping the company’s next phase—whether through restructuring, divestiture, or other strategic alternatives.

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Rayonier Advanced Materials Selects Daniel Krawczyk as New CEO

Jun 22, 2026

Rayonier Advanced Materials has appointed Daniel Krawczyk, formerly of Huber Engineered Materials, as its new CEO following the previous executive's resignation. Krawczyk will lead a strategic review aimed at addressing years of losses and investor pressure.

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