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Nucor Taps Brad Ford for EVP Role
May 12, 2023
Nucor has announced that Brad Ford will be promoted to EVP of fabricated construction products effective May 14.
“Brad is an exceptional leader who consistently delivers strong results,” Leon Topalian, Nucor chair, president, and CEO, said in a statement on Friday. “His experience in the industry for more than 20 years has positioned him well to take on this challenging role.”
Ford began his career in 2001 as a brokerage representative at The David J. Joseph Company (DJJ), which Nucor acquired in 2008. He became a vice president of Nucor in 2022, and currently serves as VP and general manager of Nucor Steel Decatur, the statement said.
By Ethan Bernard, ethan@steelmarketupdate.com
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