Ashland announces executive leadership changes

Core Points - Kevin Willis, the senior vice president and chief financial officer of Ashland Inc., will leave the company to pursue another opportunity, with his last day being May 16, 2025 [1][13] - William C. Whitaker has been appointed as the interim chief financial officer until the board completes its review process [3][14] - Samuel A. Richardson has been appointed as vice president, controller, and principal accounting officer [5] Summary by Sections Executive Changes - Kevin Willis has been with Ashland since 1987, serving in various management roles, and his departure is not due to any disagreements regarding financial statements or internal controls [2][13] - William C. Whitaker, who has been with Ashland since 2015 and currently serves as vice president of finance and director of investor relations, will take on the interim CFO role [4][14] - Samuel A. Richardson has been the controller since January 2020 and has held senior accounting roles since 2008 [5] Company Overview - Ashland Inc. is a global additives and specialty ingredients company focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, serving various markets including construction, energy, and pharmaceuticals [6]