MP Materials Executive and Leadership Team

Ryan Corbett, the Chief Financial Officer at MP Materials, directs all capital allocation and fiscal planning for the organization. Managing the balance sheet, the Chief Financial Officer ensures liquidity for large-scale mining and refining projects across North American operations. This leadership role involves rigorous oversight of investor relations and financial reporting standards to maintain market confidence. By optimizing cost structures within the rare earth production cycle, Ryan Corbett directly impacts the long-term profitability of the enterprise. Corbett secures the necessary funding for technological upgrades, enabling the company to scale production capacity effectively. Through disciplined financial management, the Chief Financial Officer supports the broader mission of establishing a resilient domestic supply chain for critical minerals, ensuring that the company remains a competitive force in the global industrial landscape while delivering consistent value to shareholders.

Michael Rosenthal, the Founder & Chief Operating Officer at MP Materials, manages the daily execution of mining and refining operations across the company's global footprint. Overseeing the entire production lifecycle, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that extraction activities meet the rigorous demands of the defense and industrial sectors. This leadership role involves optimizing supply chain logistics and maintaining high safety standards at all processing sites. By scaling production capacity, Michael Rosenthal directly impacts the company's market position as a primary supplier of rare earth elements. Rosenthal coordinates with site managers to ensure that operational output aligns with the strategic goals of the organization. Through hands-on management of the production environment, the Chief Operating Officer drives efficiency and reliability, ensuring that the company consistently delivers high-quality materials to customers while maintaining a robust presence in the international rare earth market.

Spenser O'Connell, the Chief of Staff at MP Materials, coordinates cross-functional initiatives and aligns executive priorities with the corporate mission. Overseeing internal communications and strategic project management, the Chief of Staff ensures that departmental goals remain synchronized with the broader objectives of the rare earth mining business. This leadership role involves facilitating decision-making processes for the executive team and managing high-priority initiatives that span international operations. By streamlining organizational workflows, Spenser O'Connell enhances operational efficiency across the company. O'Connell maintains focus on the execution of key business milestones, ensuring that the organization meets its production targets for high-tech and defense applications. Through proactive management of internal resources, the Chief of Staff drives the company toward achieving its long-term vision of becoming a global leader in the sustainable production of essential rare earth elements.

Zachary Lehman, the Chief Technology Officer at MP Materials, architects the technical roadmap for rare earth processing and refining innovations. Driving research and development, the Chief Technology Officer implements advanced extraction techniques that improve yield and purity for critical mineral components. This leadership role involves collaborating with engineering teams to integrate sustainable technologies into the mining infrastructure, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. By spearheading technical advancements, Zachary Lehman directly impacts the company's ability to supply high-performance materials to the electronics and renewable energy sectors. Lehman oversees the deployment of proprietary refining processes that differentiate the company in the global market. Through continuous technical improvement, the Chief Technology Officer ensures that the organization remains at the forefront of material science, providing the essential building blocks for modern technology while maintaining operational excellence across all production facilities.