Ecovyst Appoints Laurie Bergman as New Chief Financial Officer, Effective Immediately

Ecovyst Inc. has appointed Laurie Bergman as its new Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer, effective August 24, 2026. She succeeds Michael Feehan, who will depart the company but remain an employee through September 30, 2026, to facilitate a smooth transition.

Key Details

• New CFO Compensation: Ms. Bergman's employment package includes a $470,000 base salary, a 70% target bonus, a $250,000 cash sign-on bonus, and a one-time $450,000 restricted stock unit award.
• Outgoing CFO Transition: Mr. Feehan's departure is considered a termination without cause. His severance includes two years of base salary and target bonus, a pro-rata annual bonus, and 24 months of continued health benefits.
• Executive Background: Ms. Bergman most recently served as the Chief Financial Officer of Legacy Food Group. She previously held CFO roles at Liquid Environmental Solutions and senior accounting positions at UGI Corporation.