Olympic Steel Announces Management Changes
Cleveland, Ohio (December 12, 2001) – David A. Wolfort, President and Chief
Operating Officer, of Olympic Steel, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZEUS) announced the following
appointments.
Effective November 5, 2001, Clay Treska has been named Vice President – New
Business Development. His responsibilities will include partnering with all locations in
developing new business opportunities. Treska brings over 38 years of experience in the
steel industry to his new assignment. He began his employment with Olympic Steel in 1983
with the inception of the Southern Division. He most recently served as General Manager –
Olympic Steel Trading.
Effective December 17, 2001, Steve Mallory has been named Vice President –
Minneapolis Coil & Plate. Mallory joined Olympic Steel in 1992 as Sales Manager –
Minneapolis Coil. He was appointed General Manager – Minneapolis Coil in January 1998
and will retain direct management responsibility along with the responsibility for supporting
the Minneapolis Plate operation.
"Clay and Steve have made significant contributions to the success of this
organization," Wolfort stated. "I am confident that their experience and knowledge will
further enhance this company and our commitment to delivering superior value to our
customers and shareholders."
Founded in 1954, Olympic Steel is a leading North American steel service center
that is experienced in the specialized processing and distribution of flat-rolled carbon and
stainless steel products, as well as tubular steel products. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio,
the company has over 900 employees in 14 locations serving nine geographic markets. For further information on Olympic Steel, Inc., visit the Company's website at http://www.olysteel.com.
Contact: Cathy S. Kish
Director - Investor Relations
Telephone: (216) 292-3800
Fax: (216) 682-4065
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