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AISI Names New Leader for Automotive Program

Written by Laura Miller

June 21, 2022

Chrisopher Kristock has been named vice president of the automotive program for the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). His focus will be on keeping steel’s position as the material of choice for the automotive industry.

Kristock will also lead AISI’s Automotive Applications Council, which focuses on innovation, education, and technology transfer within the automotive industry.

Scientist, manufacturing engineer, and quality assurance leader are just some of the positions Kristock has had throughout his career. He has worked as vice president of quality and technology and in other positions at an automotive metal processor since 2014. Kristock previously served as vice president of quality and product development for Severstal North America.

Kristock replaces the retiring John Catterall, who has led AISI’s automotive program since 2020. Catterall was also previously in charge of the Auto/Steel Partnership.

“With the steel and auto industries both focused on the future of mobility, cost-effective mass optimization, sustainability and strong, durable steel structures, Chris’ expertise is a great fit. His experience in steel production, processing and design for end use will enable him to continue our momentum of incorporating next generation steel grades in electric vehicles and promoting steel’s sustainability in the auto market,” AISI president and CEO Kevin Dempsey said.

By Laura Miller, Laura@SteelMarketUpdate.com

Laura Miller

Laura Miller is a reporter and editor for Steel Market Update. She has held a variety of positions within the steel industry since 2007, including reporting and editing for Steel Business Briefing/Platts, the Association for Iron and Steel Technology, and Kallanish Commodities, as well as marketing for what was then known as ThyssenKrupp Steel USA (now AM/NS Calvert). After a five-year hiatus working across other industries, she returned to steel in 2021 and has covered the flat rolled, tubular, and trade areas of the industry. She is a member of the Association of Women in the Metal Industries and a past-president of the AWMI Pittsburgh Chapter. She holds a BA in Latin American Studies from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. She can be reached at laura@steelmarketupdate.com or 724-759-7869.

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