The Compass Minerals leadership team is dedicated to our employees and our customers. Helping to keep people safe, feed the world and enrich lives every day aren’t just buzzwords. This is the core purpose that drives our executive leadership team.
Edward C. Dowling Jr.
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Edward (“Ed”) C. Dowling Jr. serves as president and CEO and is a member of the board of directors.
Peter Fjellman
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Peter Fjellman is responsible for all aspects of financial management as the company’s chief financial officer. He also leads the company’s IT department.
Patrick Merrin
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
Patrick Merrin serves as chief operations officer and works to ensure reliable and safe production across the organization. He also leads sustainability and government affairs programs.
Ben Nichols
CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER
As chief commercial officer, Ben Nichols leads all commercial activities for the company’s Salt and Plant Nutrition businesses, as well as the global supply chain.