Americold Announces CFO Transition and Expanded Leadership Roles to Support Company's Growth Plan

Leadership Changes - Christopher ("Chris") Papa has been appointed as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Americold Realty Trust, effective February 23, 2026, bringing nearly 40 years of experience in real estate and finance [2][3] - Jay Wells, the previous CFO, has departed the company, and Scott Henderson will serve as Interim CFO until Papa's appointment [4][5] - Nathan Harwell, the Chief Legal Officer, will take on the additional role of Chief People Officer, overseeing Legal, Compliance, and Human Resources functions [5] Strategic Focus - The CEO of Americold expressed confidence in Papa's extensive real estate experience and financial acumen, which align with the company's strategic focus for 2026 and future growth [4] - The leadership changes are intended to strengthen the company's ability to support customers and associates across its global network [6] Financial Outlook - Americold reaffirms its full-year 2025 AFFO (Adjusted Funds from Operations) outlook, expecting fourth-quarter AFFO per share to be between $0.36 and $0.38, consistent with previous guidance [7]