Kennametal Appoints Two New Directors to Board

Kennametal Inc. announced on August 18, 2026, that Dawne S. Hickton and Richard J. Harshman have been elected to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. The addition of these two directors expands the board's composition and brings in significant industry experience.

Hickton currently serves as Chair, CEO, and lead investor of Cumberland Additive, Inc., a company focused on additive manufacturing. Her background is expected to support Kennametal's strategic initiatives in advanced manufacturing technologies.

Harshman brings extensive experience from the industrial sector, including his prior role as CEO of Joy Global (now Komatsu). His long tenure in heavy industrial markets is anticipated to be valuable for Kennametal's operational and strategic development.

Kennametal Inc. is a global supplier of metalworking products and services. The company aims to leverage the expertise of its expanded board to navigate market challenges and pursue growth opportunities within the industrial manufacturing landscape.