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Alvarez Appointed CEO of Esmark Steel Group

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Roberto M. Alvarez has been appointed CEO of Esmark Steel Group, Chicago. Alvarez became CEO with the start of the year.

“Roberto has been a key part of the Esmark enterprise for many years, serving as executive vice president and as a member of the board of directors,” said Jim Bouchard, chairman, Esmark, Inc. “We believe that Roberto’s years of experience, not only with Esmark but also within the broader steel industry, position him as a strong leader as he steps into this next role as chief executive officer of Esmark Steel Group.”

“I’m excited to take on this role and these new responsibilities with Esmark Steel Group,” said Alvarez. “Having begun my career in the steel service center industry, I’m thrilled to come full circle and now lead one of the industry’s best.”

Esmark Steel Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Esmark Inc. is one of the largest processors and distributors of value-added steel in the U.S.