P. Michael Hardesty is Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations, Business Development, International Coke & Terminals at SunCoke Energy Inc., where he spearheads the company's global commercial strategies, business development efforts, and operations for its international coke facilities and terminals. Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, Hardesty drives revenue growth, negotiates key strategic partnerships, and optimizes supply chain efficiencies to support SunCoke's position as a leading independent producer of coke for the steel industry. His oversight ensures seamless integration of domestic and international assets, enhancing the company's competitiveness in volatile global markets. With more than 25 years of expertise in the metallurgical coke, energy, and commodities sectors, Hardesty joined SunCoke in 2013 following a distinguished tenure at ArcelorMittal, where he served as Global Vice President of Coke Sales and Marketing, managing a portfolio exceeding $1 billion in annual revenue. Prior roles include leadership positions at Koch Carbon LLC, focusing on carbon products trading, logistics, and international business development, as well as earlier experience at Sun Coke Company in commercial operations. Hardesty holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Pittsburgh. Under Hardesty's guidance, SunCoke has secured landmark international contracts, expanded terminal capacities in key regions like Brazil and India, and achieved record export volumes, contributing to sustained profitability and shareholder value. His strategic acumen has been instrumental in navigating industry challenges, including supply disruptions and regulatory shifts, positioning SunCoke for long-term growth in sustainable coke production.