Kennametal Inc. announced the appointment of Richard J. Harshman and Dawne Hickton to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2026. Both appointees bring extensive executive leadership experience in the industrial, materials, aerospace, and defense sectors.
Key Details
- Appointees: Richard J. Harshman, former Chairman, President, and CEO of Allegheny Technologies (ATI), and Dawne Hickton, Chair and CEO of Cumberland Additive and former CEO of RTI International Metals.
- Effective Date: The appointments are effective September 1, 2026.
- Term: The new directors will hold office until the Annual Meeting of Shareholders in October 2026, at which point they will be proposed for election by shareholders.