- Michael O'Kronley appointed as CEO of NOVONIX (NVX, Financial), effective May 19, 2025.
- O'Kronley brings over 30 years of automotive and 15 years of lithium-ion battery experience.
- NOVONIX aims to strengthen the graphite supply chain in North America under new leadership.
NOVONIX Limited (NASDAQ: NVX), a leading company in battery materials and technology, has announced the appointment of Michael O'Kronley as Chief Executive Officer, effective May 19, 2025. O'Kronley succeeds Robert Long, who has been serving as Interim CEO since January 2025 and will now return to his position as Chief Financial Officer.
With over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry, including 15 years in the lithium-ion battery and battery materials sector, O'Kronley is expected to drive NOVONIX's strategic initiatives to strengthen the graphite supply chain in North America. Previously, as CEO of Ascend Elements, he significantly increased the company's enterprise value by $1.6 billion in five years.
Admiral Robert J Natter, USN Ret., Chairman of NOVONIX, expressed excitement about O'Kronley's appointment, highlighting his expertise in manufacturing, operations, and scaling critical minerals production. "We’re confident in his ability to lead the Company into its next phase of growth from our headquarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee," Natter said.
Michael O'Kronley stated, "It’s an honor to join NOVONIX at such a pivotal time. I look forward to working with the team to build on recent successes and ultimately onshore the graphite supply chain in North America."
NOVONIX continues to be a leader in the electric vehicle and energy storage systems battery industry, known for its innovative and sustainable technologies, including high-performance synthetic graphite material manufacturing and patented zero-waste cathode synthesis processes.
