Mitesh Thakkar, president of Canonsburg-based Core Natural Resources, a metallurgical and high calorific value thermal coals producer, has begun to take on additional responsibilities as part of the company’s long-term succession process.
He will assume day-to-day responsibility for the company’s primary operating functions such as marketing, logistics, operations, and long-term strategy.
Thakkar has been president and chief financial officer since January 2025 when the company was created and served as senior vice president and chief financial officer for CONSOL Energy, one of Core’s predecessor companies, for five years.
“On behalf of the entire board, I want to congratulate Mitesh on this long-planned and well-deserved expansion of his responsibilities,” Jimmy Brock, Core chairman and CEO, said. “The board views Mitesh as the ideal person to lead Core’s day-to-day endeavors at this exciting time in the company’s development and growth. Mitesh is a proven leader and strategic thinker with an exceptional track record across a range of critical functions, and I look forward to continuing to work closely with him to unlock Core’s full potential.”
The board of directions, as part of the transition, elected Nathan Tucker as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately.
“Nate has distinguished himself as a strong and effective leader with exceptional financial acumen and a keen understanding of Core’s business, and I am confident he will excel in this important role,” Brock said.