Matthews International Appoints Thomas Gebhardt to Board of Directors

Core Points - Matthews International Corporation has appointed Thomas Gebhardt to its Board of Directors, effective immediately, following the resignation of Gregory S. Babe [2][3][4] - Mr. Gebhardt brings over 30 years of experience in the battery and electric vehicle (EV) technology sectors, having previously served as Chairman and CEO of Panasonic's North American business, where he significantly expanded revenue in the automotive and battery sectors [4][5] - The company aims to leverage Mr. Gebhardt's expertise to enhance its Dry Battery Electrode (DBE) solutions business, which is expected to benefit shareholders [5] Company Overview - Matthews International Corporation operates in three segments: Memorialization, Industrial Technologies, and SGK Brand Solutions, providing a range of products and services including memorials, energy storage solutions, and packaging solutions [6] - The company employs over 11,000 people across more than 30 countries, focusing on delivering high-quality products and services [6]