Natural Resources >> CEO Interviews >> July 24, 2000

John Correnti – Birmingham Steel Corporation (bir)

JOHN D. CORRENTI is Chairman and CEO of Birmingham Steel Corporation, one of the largest mini-steel operators in the United States. Mr. Correnti joined Birmingham Steel in December 1999. Birmingham Steel is a $700 million New York Stock Exchange-listed company. From 1980 to 1999, Mr. Correnti was affiliated with Nucor Corporation in various management positions, and from 1991 to 1999 served as Vice Chairman, President and CEO. Prior to that he was associated with U.S. Steel in various capacities in construction management from 1969 to 1980. Mr. Correnti serves as a Director of Birmingham Steel Corporation, Harnischfeger Industries, Navistar International Corporation, and the Steel Manufacturers Association and The Steel Alliance. Mr. Correnti is a graduate of Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY, and holds a BS degree in Civil Engineering. He is married with one son. sector ' steel & iron (KAG626) Profile
TWST: Could we begin with a brief profile and overview of the company?

Mr. Correnti: Birmingham Steel Corporation is one of the larger mini-

mill steel producers in the United States.