Sappi Executive and Leadership Team

Steve Binnie, the Chief Executive Officer at Sappi, directs the overarching corporate strategy for the global pulp and paper enterprise. Binnie manages the transition toward high-growth biorefinery solutions while overseeing the integration of dissolving pulp production across international markets. By aligning manufacturing capabilities with evolving market demands, the Chief Executive Officer ensures the organization maintains a competitive edge in the paper-based materials sector. Binnie collaborates with the Board to optimize capital allocation and drive long-term shareholder value. This leadership role involves navigating complex regulatory environments and fostering sustainable growth initiatives. Through rigorous oversight of global operations, Steve Binnie secures the company's position as a leader in renewable woodfiber products. The Chief Executive Officer maintains a focus on operational efficiency, ensuring that all business units contribute to the broader mission of delivering innovative, sustainable solutions to a diverse global customer base.

Annette Luchene, the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Sappi, manages the financial health and fiscal strategy of the organization. Luchene oversees capital budgeting, financial reporting, and risk management processes to ensure the stability of the company's pulp and paper operations. By analyzing market trends in dissolving pulp and biorefinery solutions, the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer provides the strategic insights necessary for informed investment decisions. This role involves coordinating with other executive leaders to align financial resources with long-term growth objectives. Annette Luchene drives initiatives to improve cost structures and enhance profitability across all business segments. Through rigorous financial oversight, the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer supports the company's expansion into new markets. Luchene maintains a focus on maintaining a strong balance sheet, ensuring that the organization possesses the necessary liquidity to pursue innovation in paper-based products while navigating global economic fluctuations.

Glen Pearce, the Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer at Sappi, manages the strategic financial direction and corporate governance of the organization. Pearce oversees the allocation of capital toward high-value biorefinery projects and sustainable paper production initiatives. By monitoring global financial performance, the Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer ensures that the company meets its profitability targets while maintaining a focus on long-term value creation. This role involves working closely with the Board to define the company's financial strategy and risk appetite. Glen Pearce drives the optimization of the company's capital structure to support ongoing innovation and market expansion. Through the rigorous management of financial operations, the Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer secures the resources necessary for the company to maintain its leadership in the pulp and paper industry. Pearce maintains a focus on fiscal discipline, ensuring that all investments align with the company's mission of delivering sustainable, high-quality solutions to global customers.

Markie van Rensburg, the Global Chief Information Officer, Domain Lead Mes & Sappi (South Africa) at Sappi, architects the digital transformation of manufacturing execution systems. Van Rensburg oversees the integration of advanced data analytics to optimize production efficiency within the South African manufacturing footprint. By modernizing the technological infrastructure, the Global Chief Information Officer, Domain Lead Mes & Sappi (South Africa) ensures seamless connectivity between regional production facilities and global supply chain networks. This role involves implementing robust digital frameworks that support the company's biorefinery objectives. Markie van Rensburg drives the adoption of smart manufacturing technologies to enhance output quality and reduce operational waste. Through the strategic deployment of information systems, the Global Chief Information Officer, Domain Lead Mes & Sappi (South Africa) enables real-time decision-making capabilities. Van Rensburg maintains a focus on scaling digital solutions that support the company's commitment to sustainable paper-based manufacturing processes.

Darryl Potgieter, the Global Domain Security Leader & Group Chief Technology Officer, Infrastructure at Sappi, architects the secure digital foundation for the company's global operations. Potgieter oversees the protection of critical infrastructure and data assets across all manufacturing sites. By implementing advanced cybersecurity protocols, the Global Domain Security Leader & Group Chief Technology Officer, Infrastructure ensures the resilience of the company's biorefinery and paper production systems. This role involves managing the technological backbone that supports global connectivity and operational continuity. Darryl Potgieter drives the modernization of network architecture to facilitate secure, high-speed data exchange between international business units. Through the strategic alignment of security and infrastructure, the Global Domain Security Leader & Group Chief Technology Officer, Infrastructure mitigates operational risks and supports the company's digital transformation. Potgieter maintains a focus on building a robust, scalable technological environment that enables the organization to innovate within the competitive pulp and paper industry.

Marjorie Boles, the Group Chief Information Officer at Sappi, directs the enterprise-wide information technology strategy. Boles oversees the implementation of unified digital platforms that streamline communication and data management across the global organization. By leveraging cloud-based solutions and enterprise software, the Group Chief Information Officer enhances the efficiency of the company's pulp and paper production workflows. This role involves collaborating with regional leaders to ensure that technological investments support the company's overarching mission of sustainable innovation. Marjorie Boles drives the adoption of data-driven processes to improve operational transparency and decision-making speed. Through the strategic management of the IT portfolio, the Group Chief Information Officer supports the company's ability to respond to changing market conditions in the biorefinery sector. Boles maintains a focus on fostering a culture of digital agility, ensuring that the organization remains at the forefront of technological advancement within the global manufacturing landscape.

Jeffrey Wright, the Global Chief Information Officer & Domain Lead, Shared Services (North America) at Sappi, architects the shared services model to optimize administrative and operational support across the North American region. Wright oversees the integration of centralized IT systems that improve service delivery and reduce operational overhead. By streamlining business processes, the Global Chief Information Officer & Domain Lead, Shared Services (North America) ensures that regional teams have access to efficient, reliable digital tools. This role involves managing the technological infrastructure that supports the company's paper-based and biorefinery product lines. Jeffrey Wright drives the implementation of standardized platforms to enhance cross-functional collaboration and productivity. Through the strategic oversight of shared services, the Global Chief Information Officer & Domain Lead, Shared Services (North America) supports the company's growth objectives in the North American market. Wright maintains a focus on delivering scalable solutions that align with the company's commitment to operational excellence and sustainable business practices.