Latest Current Report
Filed: 2026-04-20
Key Insights
- Jonathan H. Baksht appointed as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective June 15, 2026, bringing significant experience from CFO roles at Fortune Brands Innovations, Pactiv Evergreen, and Valaris Limited, along with investment banking background at Goldman Sachs.
- Planned retirement of M. Steven Bender by year-end 2026 represents a leadership transition, with Bender transitioning to Special Advisor role on the same effective date to ensure continuity during the changeover.
- Baksht's appointment extends beyond WLKP to also include the same CFO role at Westlake Corporation, indicating broader corporate confidence in his capabilities and potential strategic alignment across the parent company.