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O'Neal Steel Names New CFO
Written by Michael Cowden
January 29, 2021
O’Neal Steel has appointed Andria Cleghorn to be its chief financial officer effective Feb. 1. Cleghorn has more than 12 years’ experience and previously held senior financial roles in the concrete and oil sectors.
“Andria’s extensive background and proven results in corporate finance will accelerate our growth trajectory and help shape the landscape for our future,” O’Neal Steel President and CEO Tate Forrester said.
“Her proactive and strategic leadership skills will be instrumental in our digital transformation initiatives and driving increased value for O’Neal Steel,” he added.
O’Neal Steel is part of Birmingham, Ala.-based O’Neal Industries, one of the largest family-owned service centers in the U.S., according to its website.
By Michael Cowden, Michael@SteelMarketUpdate.com

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