Management ChangeAug 5, 2026, 05:24 PM
Compass Minerals Appoints Brandon Risner as New COO
AI Summary
Compass Minerals International Inc. announced a change in its operations leadership. Patrick Merrin ceased to serve as Chief Operations Officer, effective August 3, 2026. The company appointed Brandon Risner as the new Chief Operating Officer, effective the same date. Mr. Risner, who joined the company in December 2020 and has over 25 years of mining experience, will receive an annual base salary of $450,000, a target cash bonus of 70% of his base salary, and an annual target equity award value of $600,000.
Key Highlights
- Patrick Merrin ceased to serve as Chief Operations Officer effective August 3, 2026.
- Brandon Risner appointed as new Chief Operations Officer effective August 3, 2026.
- Mr. Risner's annual base salary is set at $450,000.
- He is eligible for an annual targeted cash bonus of 70% of his base salary.
- Mr. Risner will receive an annual target equity award value of $600,000.
- He has over 25 years of experience in mining and joined the company in December 2020.
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