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Shapiro Announces Leadership Promotion to Support Continued Growth in the New Year

ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES — February 3, 2026

Shapiro recently announced the promotion of Amy Head to Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reinforcing the company’s commitment to strong leadership and continued growth as it enters the new year.

In her new role, Head will support Shapiro’s mission of transforming industrial excess into value by providing financial leadership that enables innovation, transparency, and long-term scalability. She will play a key role in strengthening financial discipline, aligning resources with strategic priorities, and supporting teams across the organization as the company continues to grow.

Head has held a series of financial leadership positions during her tenure at Shapiro and has been instrumental in supporting sustainable growth initiatives. Her work has contributed to improved financial visibility across each of the company’s circular solutions platforms.

“I am incredibly proud to see Amy take on the role of CFO after 11 years of rising through the ranks. Amy is a rare leader who understands that true agility is built on a foundation of disciplined systems,” said Bob Alvarez, President of Shapiro. “Her pragmatic yet forward-thinking approach is exactly what we need to remain effective as we challenge the status quo. This promotion is well-deserved, and I look forward to the speed and precision her leadership will bring to our future operations."

As CFO, Head will oversee the company’s financial strategy and operations through working closely with cross-functional teams to support measurable value creation, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

The promotion is part of a series of leadership advancements as Shapiro enters 2026, highlighting the company’s continued investment in its people and its ongoing focus on meeting the evolving needs of manufacturers across North America.

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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