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Sotera Health Company Appoints Vincent K. Petrella as Lead Independent Director CLEVELAND, OH

Key Takeaway: Sotera Health Company has appointed Vincent K. Petrella as Lead Independent Director, effective January 2, 2025. Petrella, who has been on the Board since 2020, will enhance governance as a key liaison between management and shareholders. His extensive experience includes roles in public company leadership and finance, and he has expressed enthusiasm for his expanded responsibilities. This appointment is seen as a strategic move to bolster the company’s leadership.

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  • Vincent K. Petrella brings extensive experience to the role.
  • His previous board involvement since 2020 has been invaluable.
  • Petrella's leadership is expected to drive shareholder value.

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Sotera Health Company Appoints Vincent K. Petrella as Lead Independent Director
CLEVELAND, OH, January 6, 2025 - Sotera Health Company (Nasdaq SHC), a leading global provider of mission-critical end-to-end sterilization solutions and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry, is pleased to announce today the appointment of Vincent K. Petrella as Lead Independent Director, effective January 2, 2025.
Mr. Petrella, who has served on Sotera Health Company's Board of Directors since 2020, brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the Company's strategic vision and operations. In this newly appointed role, Mr. Petrella will serve as a key liaison among the Board, management and shareholders.
Mr. Petrella has decades of public company executive leadership and board experience. "Since joining our Board, Vince's experience, insight and engagement have been invaluable as chairperson of our Audit Committee. We are delighted to benefit from his continued knowledge and guidance as our Lead Independent Director," said Michael B. Petras, Jr., Sotera Health Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
"It is a great privilege to engage with Sotera Health leadership and the Board, and I'm excited by this opportunity to lead in an expanded way," Mr. Petrella said. "I appreciate the confidence of the Board and look forward to continuing to support Sotera Health and drive shareholder value."
About Vincent K. Petrella
Mr. Petrella served as the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., a welding, cutting and brazing products manufacturer from 2004 until April 2020. He is currently a board member of Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. and the Gorman-Rupp Company.
Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical end-to-end sterilization solutions and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. Sotera Health goes to market through three businesses - Sterigenics , Nordion and Nelson Labs . Sotera Health is committed to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health .
Updates can be found from time to time on recent developments in matters relevant to investors on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at Investor Relations Sotera Health. For developments related to Ethylene Oxide, updates can be found at Ethylene Oxide Sotera Health.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was appointed as Lead Independent Director at Sotera Health?

Vincent K. Petrella was appointed as Lead Independent Director on January 2, 2025.

What role will Vincent K. Petrella serve at Sotera Health?

He will act as a key liaison among the Board, management, and shareholders.

How long has Vincent K. Petrella been on the Board?

Mr. Petrella has been on the Board since 2020.

What was Mr. Petrella's role before this appointment?

He was the Executive Vice President and CFO at Lincoln Electric until April 2020.

What is Sotera Health's mission?

Sotera Health is committed to safeguarding global health.

Last updated: Jan 6, 2025