Cabot Corporation Announces Leadership Transition in Reinforcement Materials Segment

Cabot Corporation, a global leader in specialty chemicals and performance materials, has announced significant leadership changes within its Reinforcement Materials Segment. Hobart ("Bart") C. Kalkstein, the current executive vice president and president of the segment, is set to retire on January 5, 2026. Matthew ("Matt") Wood, currently the vice president of global marketing and strategy for the Battery Materials product line, will succeed Kalkstein as senior vice president and president of the Reinforcement Materials Segment, effective June 15, 2025. Kalkstein's tenure at Cabot has been marked by significant contributions, including strengthening the company's position in the tire industry and developing the EVOLVE® Sustainable Solutions technology platform. Wood brings a wealth of experience from his various roles within Cabot, including leadership in global marketing and strategy, operational, and general management positions.

Sean Keohane, Cabot's president and CEO, praised Kalkstein's leadership and expressed confidence in Wood's ability to drive growth in the Reinforcement Materials Segment. Cabot Corporation is renowned for its innovative products, including reinforcing carbons, specialty carbons, battery materials, and engineered elastomer composites, among others. This leadership transition underscores Cabot's commitment to maintaining its industry leadership and driving future growth. For more details, visit cabotcorp.com.