President and CEO, Compass Minerals International, Inc. Age 70. Director since 2022. Became President and CEO of Compass Minerals in January 2024. Has over 30 years of mining experience, including as President and CEO of Alacer Gold Corp., a gold producer, from 2008 to 2012, and Chairman from 2013 to 2020. Previously, was President and CEO of Meridian Gold Inc., a gold and silver producer, from 2006 to 2007. Served as Executive Director for Mining and Exploration at De Beers S.A., a diamond producer, from 2004 to 2006. Served as Executive Vice President for Operations at Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., an iron miner and steelmaker, from 1998 to 2004. Previously served as chairman of the boards of Polyus Open Joint Stock Company and Copper Mountain Mining. Mr. Dowling has: (i) extensive experience in the mining industry; (ii) substantial leadership and operational experience in complex, international businesses, which includes leadership positions based in multiple countries; (iii) extensive experience in advancing growth strategies, including mergers, divestitures and acquisitions; (iv) a strong background in human resources and talent development as well as compensation practices; and (v) recognized leadership in driving safety, environmental and sustainability improvements. Mr. Dowling s leadership and strong strategic focus provide our Board with the insight necessary to strategically plan for the Company s long-term success. He also provides valuable insight into our operations, management and culture, providing an essential link between management and the Board on management s perspectives.