Pittsburgh-based Koppers Holdings Inc., a global treated wood and wood treated chemicals company, announced that Eric Brenner has been appointed CFO and Treasurer effective May 26, 2026.
Brenner will take over as the leader for all aspects of the company’s global finance and accounting, budgeting, forecasting, tax and investor relations functions, along with advising on key strategic initiatives.
Previously, Brenner served as Senior Vice President and CFO for NOVA Chemicals Corporation, now part of Borouge International, where he oversaw the company’s finance, treasury, information technology and transformation teams. Brenner collaborated with leadership and the board at NOVA on strategic planning, and led a comprehensive refinancing program, and spearheaded a transformation program that resulted in significant cash benefits. Prior to NOVA Chemicals, he worked at Komatsu Mining Corp., and at Deloitte & Touche LLP.
“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.”
Interim CFO Brad Pearce will transition back to his role as the company’s Chief Accounting Officer effective May 26.
“Koppers has built a strong legacy of innovation and customer partnership while adapting to the market realities of today’s economy,” Brenner said. “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.”