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Shapiro Aligns Leadership Advancement with Strategic Priorities for the Year Ahead

ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES — February 17, 2026

As Shapiro continues to expand its circular solutions platform, they announced the promotion of Michael Karr to Senior Vice President of Master Alloys. The promotion reflects the company’s  goal of supporting manufacturers who are navigating an increasingly complex regulatory and sustainability landscape.

In his expanded role, Karr will help advance initiatives that strengthen customer partnerships, support scalable growth, and reinforce Shapiro’s position as a trusted provider of compliant and profitable circular solutions.

Karr has held multiple leadership roles during his tenure at Shapiro. His work has helped position the company to respond effectively to evolving market demands while maintaining a strong commitment to accountability and sustainable practices.

“We are thrilled to appoint Michael Karr to this expanded leadership role of Senior Vice President of Master Alloys. Michael has an innate talent for building the kind of trust-based partnerships that are vital to our Master Alloys Division,” said Bob Alvarez, President of Shapiro. “Michael will lead efforts to diversify our portfolio and strengthen our presence in the supply chain. His promotion marks a new chapter for our business development team, and we are confident that his vision will continue to deliver immense value to our clients and stakeholders alike.”

As Senior Vice President of Master Alloys, Karr will also work cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives that reinforce Shapiro’s long-term focus on delivering measurable value, transparency, and innovation for customers across North America. 

The promotion concludes a series of leadership announcements in early 2026, highlighting Shapiro’s commitment to aligning leadership development with strategic priorities as the company focuses on growth, innovation, and long-term impact.

About Shapiro
Shapiro is a circular solutions company helping manufacturers transform industrial excess materials into value. Founded in 1904, Shapiro serves aerospace, automotive, foundry, die casting, and manufacturing sectors across North America. The company delivers compliance, transparency, and measurable ROI through sustainable metal recycling strategies.

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